Senator Joe Manchin Announces Major Political Shift
Longtime Democrat Registers as Independent, Citing Concerns About Polarization
Political Landscape in West Virginia
Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia, a veteran Democrat who has held office for decades, has announced a significant political shift. On Friday, Manchin declared that he is registering as an independent, citing his concerns about the increasing polarization in American politics.
Manchin, who has represented West Virginia in the Senate since 2010, has been a key figure in national politics, often holding the swing vote on crucial legislation. His decision to leave the Democratic Party is expected to send shockwaves through the political landscape, both in West Virginia and beyond.
In a statement announcing his decision, Manchin said that he was "frustrated with both the Democratic and Republican parties" and that he believed "the political system is broken." He added that he hopes his decision will "help bridge the partisan divide and bring people together."
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