Collins Jokes About Bikini Protest Over Senate Dress Code Changes For Fetterman

Sen. Susan Collins joked she would "wear a bikini" to protest the Senate dress code changes, though said she wouldn't actually do it.
Collins slammed the changes, arguing they "debase the institution" since others still must comply with dress codes.
The changes allow Sen. John Fetterman to continue wearing hoodies and gym shorts he often wears after a hospital stay.
Fetterman previously got around the dress code by voting from the cloakroom or side entrance before leaving.
Conservatives blasted the changes, suggesting they were made to appease Fetterman.

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9/17/2023

Senate Dress Code Loosened to Allow Fetterman to Wear Casual Clothes

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has revised the Senate's dress code to allow senators to wear whatever they choose on the floor, eliminating the requirement for business attire.

9/19/2023

Republicans Decry New Senate Dress Code Allowing Casual Wear Like Hoodies and Shorts

Republicans criticized Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's decision to loosen the Senate's dress code, calling it "terrible," "not a big fan," and "it stinks," with some jokingly planning to wear unconventional attire.

9/19/2023

Senate Relaxes Dress Code, Allowing Casual Clothes After Fetterman Wore Shorts

The Senate will no longer enforce a dress code on the Senate floor, allowing senators to choose what they wear, after Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman wore shorts during his duties and voting, prompting criticism from some members.

9/19/2023

Fetterman's Casual Clothing Sparks Debate in Senate Over Dress Code

Senator John Fetterman has faced backlash from Republicans after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer relaxed the Senate's dress code, allowing lawmakers to dress casually without violating protocol.

9/21/2023

Vance Comments on Zelensky's Casual Attire During Capitol Visit Amid Ukraine Aid Scrutiny

Senator JD Vance criticizes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for dressing casually during his visit to the US Capitol, citing Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's recent dress code change.

9/22/2023

Senate Dress Code Relaxation Raises Concerns for Women Senators

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9/28/2023

Senate Reinstates Business Attire Dress Code For Male Senators After Clothing Controversy

The Senate has adopted a resolution requiring male senators to wear a coat, tie, and slacks on the chamber's floor after Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer decided to stop enforcing the business attire requirement, causing a divide among lawmakers.

9/28/2023

Senate Votes to Reinstate Formal Dress Code Requiring Coats and Ties

The US Senate unanimously rejects a proposal to allow lawmakers to wear casual clothing in the chamber and instead votes to impose a formal dress code.

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Posted 9/18/2023, 11:35:00 PM

Collins Jokes About Bikini Protest Over Senate Dress Code Changes For Fetterman

Sen. Susan Collins joked she would "wear a bikini" to protest the Senate dress code changes, though said she wouldn't actually do it.
Collins slammed the changes, arguing they "debase the institution" since others still must comply with dress codes.
The changes allow Sen. John Fetterman to continue wearing hoodies and gym shorts he often wears after a hospital stay.
Fetterman previously got around the dress code by voting from the cloakroom or side entrance before leaving.
Conservatives blasted the changes, suggesting they were made to appease Fetterman.

foxnews.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/17/2023

Senate Dress Code Loosened to Allow Fetterman to Wear Casual Clothes

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has revised the Senate's dress code to allow senators to wear whatever they choose on the floor, eliminating the requirement for business attire.

9/19/2023

Republicans Decry New Senate Dress Code Allowing Casual Wear Like Hoodies and Shorts

9/19/2023

Senate Relaxes Dress Code, Allowing Casual Clothes After Fetterman Wore Shorts

9/19/2023

Fetterman's Casual Clothing Sparks Debate in Senate Over Dress Code

Senator John Fetterman has faced backlash from Republicans after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer relaxed the Senate's dress code, allowing lawmakers to dress casually without violating protocol.

9/21/2023

Vance Comments on Zelensky's Casual Attire During Capitol Visit Amid Ukraine Aid Scrutiny

Senator JD Vance criticizes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for dressing casually during his visit to the US Capitol, citing Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's recent dress code change.

9/22/2023

Senate Dress Code Relaxation Raises Concerns for Women Senators

9/28/2023

Senate Reinstates Business Attire Dress Code For Male Senators After Clothing Controversy

9/28/2023

Senate Votes to Reinstate Formal Dress Code Requiring Coats and Ties

The US Senate unanimously rejects a proposal to allow lawmakers to wear casual clothing in the chamber and instead votes to impose a formal dress code.