Manchin Outraises GOP Opponents Amid Presidential Speculation
- Manchin raised $1.3 million in Q2, surpassing potential GOP challengers Gov. Jim Justice and Rep. Alex Mooney.
- With $10.7 million on hand, Manchin weighs reelection bid vs. possible third-party presidential run.
- A Manchin presidential bid raises concerns among Democrats about impact on Biden reelection and Senate control.
- Manchin dismisses worries about presidential bid, while GOP sees opportunity to flip West Virginia Senate seat.
- Strong Q2 fundraising keeps options open for Manchin, who says he'll decide on reelection by end of year.