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West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin Leaves Democratic Party, Registers as Independent
May 31, 2024, 02:35 PM
Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia has officially left the Democratic Party and registered as an independent on Friday. Manchin, who has spent his entire decades-long political career as a Democrat, stated that the current state of national politics, where neither party is willing to compromise, influenced his decision. He emphasized his commitment to putting the country before party and fighting for America's sensible majority. This move provides him with the flexibility to run for Senate or governor without a party label, although he has not confirmed any plans to run for either position. Manchin has registered with no party affiliation.
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