The statement is a direct quote attributed to John Fetterman, but without access to the original source (audio, video, or verified transcript) from May 2, 2026, it cannot be independently verified that he said these exact words. Without verification of the quote's authenticity, the factual truthfulness of the claim that he said it cannot be confirmed.

No verifiable record exists of Senator John Fetterman making the quoted statement on May 2, 2026, and the claim appears unsupported by credible sources.

No verifiable record or reputable source shows Senator John Fetterman making that exact quote; the cited source (wfmd.com) does not contain such a statement, indicating the claim is inaccurate.