Democrats believe that Joe Manchin’s decision not to seek reelection virtually ensures the party will lose his Senate seat in deep-red West Virginia in 2024. Manchin’s announcement also frees him to pursue a third-party presidential bid. (Nov. 10)

Manchin departure hurts Democrats’ U.S. Senate hopes, sparks speculation about a presidential bid

Democrats believe that Joe Manchin’s decision not to seek reelection virtually ensures the party will lose his Senate seat in deep-red West Virginia in 2024. Manchin’s announcement also frees him to pursue a third-party presidential bid. (Nov. 10)