A Perpetual Thorn In Their Sides, Dems Will Miss Joe Manchin For This One Virtue
1 year, 1 month ago

A Perpetual Thorn In Their Sides, Dems Will Miss Joe Manchin For This One Virtue

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING This article is part of HuffPost’s biweekly politics newsletter. Manchin was West Virginia’s governor at that time, and Democrats had spent much of the previous two years trying to pass a bill that would limit carbon emissions through what’s known as a “cap and trade” system. Even if it was a relatively moderate member of the party like Manchin’s West Virginia counterpart, Shelley Moore Capito, Republicans would have been in charge of the Senate in 2021 and 2022. And remember what’s in that bill: substantial versions of two Build Back Better initiatives, the green energy investments and prescription drug price reductions, that Manchin ended up supporting. The federal courts would look a lot different, too, because the Senate wouldn’t have been confirming all of those Biden appointments over the past few years ― again, with Manchin’s vote.

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Good riddance to Washington's real power duo
1 week, 2 days ago

Good riddance to Washington's real power duo

Salon  

Senate Democrats have started to say their goodbyes. “Some of the biggest accomplishments of the” Biden administration, Schumer admitted, “would not have gotten done without Joe.” Wishing farewell to the retiring West Virginia senator, Schumer called Manchin “invaluable.” Senate Democrats showered retiring Arizona Sen. Krysten Sinema with similar praise. I think there was probably no one who got sent into …

'Pathetic': Dems still fuming over vote they say will hurt 'millions of working people'
1 week, 2 days ago

'Pathetic': Dems still fuming over vote they say will hurt 'millions of working people'

Raw Story  

On Wednesday, Democrat-turned- independent Senators Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema voted to block President Joe Biden's nominee, Lauren McFerran, from serving another five-year term on the National Labor Relations Board. Sen. Bernie Sanders slammed Manchin and Sinema's opposition to the nominee as "pathetic," while Sen. Elizabeth Warren told The Hill, "Millions of working people across the country will pay the …

Republicans take Senate, House too close to call
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Republicans take Senate, House too close to call

Hindustan Times  

Washington: Defeating Democrats in key states, Republicans have taken control of the US Senate. Control over the Senate also allows Trump to nominate new justices to the Supreme Court, a high possibility if he nudges some of the older conservative judges to resign, to make way for younger judges in order to ensure that conservatives control the judiciary for a …

After Joe Biden endorsed Kamala Harris, one politician was more desperate for attention than any other.
54 years, 11 months ago

After Joe Biden endorsed Kamala Harris, one politician was more desperate for attention than any other.

Slate  

Joe Manchin is not a Democrat anymore. The longtime West Virginia senator made that clear in May, when he reregistered as an independent, a final enshrinement of his legacy as either a reliable “centrist” check on Democratic overreach from a red state or a uniquely annoying media-hungry bloodsucker eager to protect one of the more sinister dossiers of donor money …

Sen. Joe Manchin urges Biden to withdraw from the 2024 race
5 months ago

Sen. Joe Manchin urges Biden to withdraw from the 2024 race

LA Times  

“I’m concerned about the president’s health and well-being. Sen. Joe Manchin III, a Democrat turned independent, urged President Biden on Sunday to drop his reelection bid and focus on the remaining months of his presidency. “I came to the decision with a heavy heart that I think it’s time to pass the torch to a new generation,” the West Virginia …

How Manchin decided not to ditch Biden: 'Nobody wants to be the first one to knife Julius
5 months, 3 weeks ago

How Manchin decided not to ditch Biden: 'Nobody wants to be the first one to knife Julius

Raw Story  

Although US Senator Joe Manchin hasn't yet endorsed Joe Biden, the former moderate Democratic lawmaker has stood behind the president politically. However, following Biden's poor debate performance last week, the Independent senator notified a group of allies that "he would soon break with" the president, which would make him "the first prominent elected official allied with the party to call …

Joe Manchin isn’t a candidate 5 months before the election. But he still has time to change his mind
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Joe Manchin isn’t a candidate 5 months before the election. But he still has time to change his mind

Associated Press  

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Every election cycle, it seems, Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia tries to find the best fit for himself, dragging both sides of the political aisle — and an entire home-state electorate — along for a wobbly ride. But in February, Manchin announced he would not run for president, saying he didn’t want to be a “spoiler.” …

Joe Manchin leaves the Democratic Party amid speculation he’ll run for West Virginia governor
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Joe Manchin leaves the Democratic Party amid speculation he’ll run for West Virginia governor

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Senator Joe Manchin announced on Friday that he had left …

Sen. Joe Manchin Leaves Democratic Party, Registers As Independent
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Sen. Joe Manchin Leaves Democratic Party, Registers As Independent

Huff Post  

Sen. Joe Manchin questions Education Secretary Miguel Cardona during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, April 30, 2024. via Associated Press WASHINGTON — Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia announced Friday he has registered as an independent, raising questions about his future political …

Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia registers as independent, citing ‘partisan extremism’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia registers as independent, citing ‘partisan extremism’

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia announced Friday he has switched his registration to independent, raising questions about his political plans since the move could help his chances should he seek elected office again in a state that has turned heavily Republican. “To stay true to myself and remain committed to put country before party, I have …

Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin, citing ‘partisan extremism,’ registers as independent
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin, citing ‘partisan extremism,’ registers as independent

LA Times  

Sen. Joe Manchin, who has served as a Democrat, says he has registered as an independent. Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin III of West Virginia announced Friday he has switched his registration to independent, raising questions about his political plans since the move could help his chances should he seek elected office again in a state that has turned heavily Republican. …

In race for his Senate seat, Joe Manchin endorses West Virginia Democratic Mayor Glenn Elliott
8 months ago

In race for his Senate seat, Joe Manchin endorses West Virginia Democratic Mayor Glenn Elliott

Associated Press  

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Outgoing U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin endorsed the mayor of Wheeling on Monday in the Democratic primary race for his seat representing deep-red West Virginia, where Manchin is the only Democrat holding statewide office. In a video released by Democrat Glenn Elliott’s campaign, Manchin described Elliott as a man with the “determination, the vigor and vitality” to do …

West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin announces he won’t run for president in 2024
10 months, 1 week ago

West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin announces he won’t run for president in 2024

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin announced on Friday that he is not running for president, saying he didn’t want to be a “spoiler.” “I will not be seeking a third-party run,” he said in a speech at West Virginia University. He said in the speech that he thought a third-party bid might be viable at some point …

Joe Manchin will not run for president as a third-party candidate
10 months, 1 week ago

Joe Manchin will not run for president as a third-party candidate

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Senator Joe Manchin, the conservative Democrat from West Virginia, will …

After months of speculation, Sen. Joe Manchin will not run for president in 2024
10 months, 1 week ago

After months of speculation, Sen. Joe Manchin will not run for president in 2024

NPR  

After months of speculation, Sen. Joe Manchin will not run for president in 2024 Enlarge this image toggle caption Alex Wong/Getty Images Alex Wong/Getty Images West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin announced Friday that he will not run for president in the 2024 election. I will not be involved in a presidential run," Manchin said at an event with his …

Man fleeing police caused crash that injured Gayle Manchin, authorities say
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Man fleeing police caused crash that injured Gayle Manchin, authorities say

Associated Press  

HOMEWOOD, Ala. — A man fleeing police caused the Alabama car crash that injured Gayle Manchin, head of an economic development partnership of the federal government and 13 state governments and the wife of U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin, along with a colleague of hers, authorities said Wednesday. Gayle Manchin, 76, was injured in the Monday wreck as she and a …

US Sen. Joe Manchin’s wife Gayle, who leads economic development group, hospitalized after car crash
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US Sen. Joe Manchin’s wife Gayle, who leads economic development group, hospitalized after car crash

Associated Press  

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Gayle Manchin, U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin’s wife, who leads an economic development partnership of the federal government and 13 state governments, and a colleague of hers have both been hospitalized following a car crash in Alabama. “On Monday, my wife Gayle and her colleague Guy Land were involved in a car accident on the way from the …

Sen. Joe Manchin says Donald Trump would destroy US democracy if he wins a second term as president
1 year, 1 month ago

Sen. Joe Manchin says Donald Trump would destroy US democracy if he wins a second term as president

Associated Press  

Follow live: Updates from AP’s coverage of the presidential election. CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin, days removed from announcing he won’t seek reelection, said Wednesday that if the nation’s voters give former President Donald Trump another term in the White House, “he will destroy democracy in America.” Manchin, whose home state voters overwhelmingly backed Trump in the …

Sen. Manchin is the last in a line of formidable West Virginia Democrats who promoted coal interests
1 year, 1 month ago

Sen. Manchin is the last in a line of formidable West Virginia Democrats who promoted coal interests

Associated Press  

Follow live: Updates from AP’s coverage of the presidential election. In West Virginia, the national party’s aggressive move toward clean energy often left Manchin and other Democrats vulnerable to Republican attacks, including when Trump campaigned in 2016 on a promise to end what he described as Obama’s “war on coal” and to save miners’ jobs. Retired West Virginia Wesleyan political …

Manchin Decision Sparks New Speculation About A Presidential Bid
1 year, 1 month ago

Manchin Decision Sparks New Speculation About A Presidential Bid

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Some Democratic officials are also concerned that Manchin’s announcement frees him to pursue a third-party presidential bid that could ultimately undermine President Joe Biden’s reelection. Tom Williams via Getty Images The new draft effort was specifically created, the person said, to enable Manchin and Romney to seek the presidential nomination at No Labels’ national convention next March …

Manchin decision hurts Democrats’ Senate hopes and sparks new speculation about a presidential bid
1 year, 1 month ago

Manchin decision hurts Democrats’ Senate hopes and sparks new speculation about a presidential bid

Associated Press  

Follow live: Updates from AP’s coverage of the presidential election. NEW YORK — Joe Manchin’s decision not to seek reelection virtually ensures that the Democratic Party will lose his Senate seat next year in deep-red West Virginia, making the party’s steep path to retaining its razor-thin Senate majority even more difficult. The new draft effort was specifically created, the person …

West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin announces decision not to seek reelection in 2024, Making way for Republican gains
1 year, 1 month ago

West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin announces decision not to seek reelection in 2024, Making way for Republican gains

Hindustan Times  

On Thursday, West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin announced his decision not to seek reelection to the Senate in 2024, a move widely seen as likely to result in Republicans gaining a seat in the deeply conservative state of West Virginia. Sen. Joe Manchin announced he won't seek reelection in 2024, giving Republicans a prime opportunity to pick up a seat …

Joe Manchin’s reign is over – with a middle finger to his own party
1 year, 1 month ago

Joe Manchin’s reign is over – with a middle finger to his own party

The Independent  

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Democratic West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin won’t seek reelection, giving GOP a key pickup opportunity
1 year, 1 month ago

Democratic West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin won’t seek reelection, giving GOP a key pickup opportunity

Associated Press  

Follow live: Updates from AP’s coverage of the presidential election. CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia announced Thursday that he won’t seek reelection in 2024, giving Republicans a prime opportunity to pick up a seat in the heavily GOP state. “I have made one of the toughest decisions of my life and decided that I will …

Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia says he won’t seek reelection in 2024
1 year, 1 month ago

Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia says he won’t seek reelection in 2024

LA Times  

Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin III of West Virginia announced Thursday that he won’t seek reelection in 2024, giving Republicans a prime opportunity to pick up a seat in the heavily GOP state. Republicans began clamoring for the Senate seat even before Manchin’s announcement, with GOP Rep. Alex Mooney jumping into the race less than two weeks after winning his fifth …

Sen. Joe Manchin considers independent 2024 run, warns party system could be nation’s ‘downfall’
1 year, 2 months ago

Sen. Joe Manchin considers independent 2024 run, warns party system could be nation’s ‘downfall’

Associated Press  

Follow live: Updates from AP’s coverage of the presidential election. “Don’t worry about the ‘D’ or the ‘R’, worry about the person — who is that person?” said Manchin, who was a Democratic secretary of state and governor of West Virginia. “There can be a good D and a bad D and a good R and a bad R, but …

Joe Manchin Walks Tightrope On Democrats' Big Climate Law
1 year, 4 months ago

Joe Manchin Walks Tightrope On Democrats' Big Climate Law

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING The Inflation Reduction Act wouldn’t be law without Joe Manchin. The Democratic senator from West Virginia shocked everyone in Washington last year when he, in a reversal, announced his support for the historic climate and health legislation, giving President Joe Biden a huge legislative victory that has unleashed a “manufacturing renaissance” and created thousands of jobs across …

Democratic Senator Joe Manchin says he’s been thinking seriously about becoming an independent
1 year, 4 months ago

Democratic Senator Joe Manchin says he’s been thinking seriously about becoming an independent

Associated Press  

Follow live: Updates from AP’s coverage of the presidential election. CHARLESTON, W.Va. — U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin said that he has been thinking “seriously” about leaving the Democratic Party and becoming an independent. “I want to make sure my voice is truly an independent voice, when I’m speaking I’m speaking about the good the Republicans do and the good the …

West Virginia Gov. Justice running for Manchin’s Senate seat
1 year, 7 months ago

West Virginia Gov. Justice running for Manchin’s Senate seat

Associated Press  

Follow live: Updates from AP’s coverage of the presidential election. Jim Justice announced Thursday that he is running for Democrat Joe Manchin’s U.S. Senate seat in 2024, setting up what could be a hard-fought campaign between two of the state’s most prominent politicians. Manchin, who endorsed Justice in his first gubernatorial bid before Justice switched parties six years ago and …

WVa GOP governor to reveal plans amid Senate run speculation
1 year, 7 months ago

WVa GOP governor to reveal plans amid Senate run speculation

Associated Press  

Follow live: Updates from AP’s coverage of the presidential election. Jim Justice is set to reveal his 2024 election plans, ending months of speculation about whether he’ll seek the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Democrat Joe Manchin. If Manchin seeks reelection, Justice’s announcement means Manchin is likely in for his toughest test in his three decades in West Virginia …

Democrats may get infuriated by their red-state senators — but they'll shut up to stay in power
1 year, 9 months ago

Democrats may get infuriated by their red-state senators — but they'll shut up to stay in power

Raw Story  

Joe Manchin and Jon Tester joined Republican senators this week in blocking a Labor Department rule that allowed money managers to give greater importance to the environment when making investment decisions. “If you look at the history of this country, we’re loath to fire presidents.” President Joe Biden meets with U.S. senators at the White House in June 2021, including …

West Virginia’s GOP Rep. Mooney announces 2024 Senate run
2 years, 1 month ago

West Virginia’s GOP Rep. Mooney announces 2024 Senate run

Associated Press  

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia U.S. Rep. Alex Mooney didn’t wait long to announce a run for Senate in 2024. In an interview with the AP before the general election, Mooney said the Democratic Party in West Virginia is “nearly obliterated,” calling Manchin “out-of-touch.” “I don’t know how arrogant you have to be to think that as a Democrat U.S. …

Manchin demurs on Biden in 2024 and Dem majorities this year
2 years, 4 months ago

Manchin demurs on Biden in 2024 and Dem majorities this year

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Sen. Joe Manchin, one of the Democrats’ most conservative and contrarian members, declined on Sunday to endorse Joe Biden if the president seeks a second term in 2024 and refused to say whether he wants Democrats to retain control of Congress after the November elections. Acknowledging he has not tried to speak to Sinema since announcing the deal, …

Sen. Manchin isolating after positive COVID test
2 years, 4 months ago

Sen. Manchin isolating after positive COVID test

Associated Press  

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Sen. Joe Manchin has tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing mild symptoms, the West Virginia lawmaker tweeted Monday. With 82-year-old Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., also missing votes recently after two hip surgeries, Manchin’s illness underscores the fragility of Democrats’ control of the Senate. But with a summer recess scheduled to begin soon and the weeks until …

Sen. Manchin isolating after testing positive for coronavirus
2 years, 4 months ago

Sen. Manchin isolating after testing positive for coronavirus

LA Times  

Sen. Joe Manchin has tested positive for the coronavirus and is experiencing mild COVID-19 symptoms, the West Virginia lawmaker tweeted Monday. With 82-year-old Sen. Patrick Leahy also missing votes recently after two hip surgeries, Manchin’s illness underscores the fragility of Democrats’ control of the Senate. Democrats are trying to push several legislative priorities through the 50-50 chamber this campaign season, …

Column: Democrats can do more, and take credit for more, before the midterms
2 years, 10 months ago

Column: Democrats can do more, and take credit for more, before the midterms

LA Times  

Just give Joe the pen. Take what Manchin will give you, Democrats, or next year you’ll get nothing from Mitch McConnell, the once and perhaps future Senate majority leader. He and other party extremists continue to incite controversies that, with Democrats’ help, could scare the daylights out of fence-sitting voters: Do they really want these right-wing nutjobs running Congress? Though …

Sanders says he may back Manchin, Sinema primary challengers
2 years, 11 months ago

Sanders says he may back Manchin, Sinema primary challengers

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Sen. Bernie Sanders suggested Tuesday that he’d support primary challengers against Democratic colleagues Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema, further intensifying a political battle pitting members of President Joe Biden’s party against one another. Sanders told reporters that he thinks “there is a very good chance” that Manchin, a West Virginia Democrat, and Sinema, a Democrat from Arizona, could …

Democrats try to ‘build back’ after Manchin tanks $2T bill
3 years ago

Democrats try to ‘build back’ after Manchin tanks $2T bill

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Democrats are struggling to pick up the pieces after Sen. Joe Manchin effectively crushed President Joe Biden’s big domestic policy bill. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer vowed on Monday that the chamber would vote early in the new year on Biden’s “Build Back Better Act” as it now stands, so every senator “has the opportunity to make their …

Biden doesn't need Manchin: 5 executive actions he can take right now to build back better
3 years ago

Biden doesn't need Manchin: 5 executive actions he can take right now to build back better

Salon  

Democrats are feeling utterly demoralized these days. This week, Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia finally came out and admitted he never had any real intention of being the tie-breaking Democratic vote to pass President Joe Biden's Build Back Better Plan. RELATED: Virginia election: Democrats left listless without Donald Trump This is a lesson that Biden's old boss, President Barack …

Democrats scramble to avoid electoral blowback after Manchin halts Biden agenda
3 years ago

Democrats scramble to avoid electoral blowback after Manchin halts Biden agenda

CNN  

CNN — It’s exactly the scenario Democrats had worked for months to avoid – but now find themselves confronting. With Sen. Joe Manchin effectively wielding a veto over President Joe Biden’s agenda, House Democrats are now fuming at the prospects that their vote last month to pass the Build Back Better bill will be all for naught, having made scores …

Democrats plan to vote on the social spending bill, despite Manchin's 'no'
3 years ago

Democrats plan to vote on the social spending bill, despite Manchin's 'no'

NPR  

Democrats plan to vote on the social spending bill, despite Manchin's 'no' Enlarge this image toggle caption J. Scott Applewhite/AP J. Scott Applewhite/AP A day after Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., appeared to torpedo chances of its passage, the Senate majority leader said he still intends to bring the Biden administration's proposed $2 trillion social and climate program bill up for …

Did Joe Manchin just sink Biden’s plan? (Opinion)
3 years ago

Did Joe Manchin just sink Biden’s plan? (Opinion)

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Paul Begala, a Democratic strategist and CNN political commentator, was a political consultant for Bill Clinton’s presidential campaign in 1992 and served as a counselor to Clinton in the White House. CNN — With his announcement on “Fox News Sunday” that he will not vote for President Joe Biden’s Build Back Better plan, Sen. Joe Manchin has handed …

Joe Manchin may have just killed Biden's Build Back Better plan
3 years ago

Joe Manchin may have just killed Biden's Build Back Better plan

NPR  

Joe Manchin may have just killed Biden's Build Back Better plan Democratic West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin went on Fox News this morning and delivered what sounded like a fatal blow to Joe Biden's Build Back Better agenda. SACHA PFEIFFER, HOST: Democratic West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin went on Fox News this morning and delivered what sounded like a fatal …

Why Joe Manchin’s answer on party switching may raise some eyebrows
3 years ago

Why Joe Manchin’s answer on party switching may raise some eyebrows

CNN  

CNN — West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin sounds very much like a man without a country these days. Asked about the possibility of a party switch this week, Manchin responded this way: “I’m caught between the two, but the bottom line is you have to be caucusing somewhere. Now, Manchin has beaten back rumors of a potential party switch …

Manchin wavers on Biden's plan, Democrats vow to push ahead
3 years, 1 month ago

Manchin wavers on Biden's plan, Democrats vow to push ahead

The Independent  

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Manchin and Sinema finally feel the pressure from Democrats. Is it too late to save Biden's agenda?
3 years, 2 months ago

Manchin and Sinema finally feel the pressure from Democrats. Is it too late to save Biden's agenda?

Salon  

Thursday evening, as negotiations over President Biden's domestic agenda dragged on for hours on Capitol Hill, Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin stood at the stern of his large yacht and spoke to some of his West Virginia constituents. Notably, the House progressives are holding together in their demand that the infrastructure bill will not pass unless the Senate also passes the …

Joe Manchin gets hoodwinked — again: Why does he keep falling for the Republican con?
3 years, 6 months ago

Joe Manchin gets hoodwinked — again: Why does he keep falling for the Republican con?

Salon  

On paper, Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., has produced an elegant solution to the voting rights problem that addresses both Democratic concerns about protecting fair elections and Republican concerns about voter fraud. But Manchin has sworn up and down that bills must be "bipartisan" to get his support, refusing to reform the Senate filibuster, even though Republicans use it to block …

AP FACT CHECK: Manchin, Sinema do not vote with GOP more
3 years, 6 months ago

AP FACT CHECK: Manchin, Sinema do not vote with GOP more

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden is stretching the facts when he suggests that two moderate Democrats in the Senate might be a reason why his legislative agenda, such as a sweeping voting rights bill, isn’t quickly getting done on Capitol Hill. I hear all the folks on TV saying, ‘Why doesn’t Biden get this done?’ Well, because Biden only has …

Democrats Are Losing Patience The GOP On Infrastructure. Joe Manchin Is Not.
3 years, 6 months ago

Democrats Are Losing Patience The GOP On Infrastructure. Joe Manchin Is Not.

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Sen. Joe Manchin wants President Joe Biden to spend more time trying to reach a bipartisan infrastructure deal with Senate Republicans even as negotiations teeter on the brink of collapse and progressives are urging the White House to pull the plug. Democrats are broadly wary of GOP willingness to negotiate in good faith, remembering how Republicans slow-walked …

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