Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer quietly axed the US Senate's dress code.
He sent the new directive after Sen. John Fetterman was criticized for his trademark fashion.
US Senate's Dress Code Quietly Removed by Chuck Schumer
According to Fox News' latest report, the US Senate will no longer require upper house members to be elected by those they serve to follow the traditional dress code.
But, it was clarified that this change only applies to senators. This means that other people entering the chamber, such as media correspondents, must still comply with the dress code: coat & ties (for men) and business attire (for women).
"Senators are able to choose what they wear on the Senate floor. I will continue to wear a suit," said Schumer via Axios.
The majority leader confirmed that the dress code adjustment will go into effect before September ends. Senators and other individuals entering the Senate chamber have been wearing professional attires for years.
Removing the dress code will change this tradition, allowing senators to enter the Senate chamber even after going to the gym. It is unclear if the dress code removal is an official, written policy as of press time. But, based on the details shared by Schumer, it is an informal custom enforced by the Sergeant at Arms.
Will Senators Follow John Fetterman's Fashion Style?
Schumer decided to issue the dress code directive to the Senate's Sergent at Arms after conservatives criticized Fetterman's fashion style. If you are watching the live streams of the US Senate, you will know that Fetterman recently wore a hoodie, sneakers, and gym shorts.
Many individuals bashed his attire, saying that Fetterman's fashion was disrespectful. Some people even connected his fashion to his lack of respect for the US institution.
"John Fetterman's attire in the Senate perfectly summarizes Democrats' lack of respect for Americans and our institutions," said Tim Young, a conservative comedian.
While others bash the senator, there are those who are amused with his fashion. One of them is Democrat Vermont Sen. Peter Welch, who said that Fetterman is now a joyful person after he started setting his own dress code.
With the new dress code adjustment, criticisms against Fetterman could subside since he can now wear his gym shorts and hoodies. However, there's a chance that many senators will still wear professional attire since it has been their tradition.
