Joe Manchin Getting Another Senate Challenger?
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Joe Manchin might be getting another primary challenger.
According to a new report, West Virginia Governor Jim Justice is planning on launching a challenge against Democrat Senator Joe Manchin.
Gov. Jim Justice is planning to launch a long-awaited campaign against Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) next week, handing Republicans a well-funded and popular recruit in their best opportunity to flip a Senate seat.
He will make his announcement on Thursday evening at The Greenbrier, his luxury resort in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va., according to an invitation to the event obtained by POLITICO. A GOP strategist close to Justice confirmed the details. Thursday is also the governor’s 72nd birthday.
Justice, a coal mining magnate who is friendly with former President Trump, has hinted at a Senate run for months. POLITICO reported earlier this week that Justice could launch a bid before the end of the month. He was heavily recruited by the National Republican Senatorial Committee and has been in contact with Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell.
Still, Justice is known to change plans suddenly. While the event is set for Thursday, he could still punt a decision to later.
GOP Rep Alex Mooney is already challenging Manchin.
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