Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman has missed an alarmingly high percentage of roll-call votes due to illness Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman has been absent from a significant number of roll-call votes in the Senate due to illness. This has raised concerns among his constituents and fellow lawmakers about his ability to effectively represent the state. Fetterman, who was elected to the Senate in 2018, has missed more than 20% of the roll-call votes this year. This is a significant increase from his absence rate in previous years. While Fetterman has cited health issues as the reason for his absences, some are questioning whether he is fit to serve in the Senate. Fetterman has been open about his struggles with depression and anxiety, which he has said have contributed to his absences. He has also been vocal about his support for medical marijuana and other alternative treatments for mental health issues. However, some are concerned that Fetterman's absences are not just due to his health issues. They point to his frequent appearances on cable news shows and his active social media presence as evidence that he may not be fully committed to his Senate duties. Fetterman has defended his absences, saying that he is still able to effectively represent his constituents despite missing some votes. He has also said that he is working with his doctors to manage his health issues and hopes to be back to full strength soon. Despite his assurances, some are calling for Fetterman to step down from his Senate seat if he is unable to fulfill his duties. They argue that his absences are not only a disservice to his constituents, but also to the Senate as a whole. It remains to be seen how Fetterman's health issues will impact his ability to serve in the Senate. However, it is clear that his absences have raised concerns among his colleagues and constituents, and that he will need to address these concerns if he hopes to continue serving in the Senate.