Joe Manchin Opts Out of 2024 Presidential Race

The West Virginia senator ends speculation of a third-party bid, focusing on uniting efforts instead.

Senator Joe Manchin announces he will not run for president in 2024, ending months of speculation about a potential third-party bid.
Manchin emphasized his decision was based on not wanting to act as a 'spoiler' in the election, and expressed a desire to support a candidate capable of uniting the country.
Despite considering a third-party run, Manchin has decided to focus his efforts on supporting his daughter's Super PAC, 'Americans Together', and other initiatives aimed at mobilizing the political middle.
The decision comes as a relief to many Democrats who feared a Manchin candidacy could siphon votes from President Joe Biden and favor the Republican nominee.
Manchin's announcement follows a year of speculation and mixed messages about his political ambitions, with visits to early voting states and discussions about mobilizing the 'politically homeless'.