In addition to representing a state where coal remains a powerful business, Manchin’s family a coal company.

Source: https://alaskapublic.org/2023/05/11/an-epa-proposal-to-almost-eliminate-climate-pollution-from-power-plants/

Manchin’s sudden announcement injects a new layer of uncertainty for Democratic leaders already anxious about the party’s prospectsseeking a second term despite persistent concerns about his age from voters in both major parties.

Source: https://kitchener.citynews.ca/2023/11/10/manchin-decision-hurts-democrats-senate-hopes-and-sparks-new-speculation-about-a-presidential-bid/

Va.), according to a new poll, a troubling sign for Senate Democrats as the governor appears headed toward a campaign for Manchin’s seat.

Source: https://www.onnradio.com/2023/04/19/jim-justice-has-higher-approval-than-manchin-among-west-virginia-democrats-poll/

WASHINGTON — Sen. Joe Manchin’s latest legislative victory is stirring up anti-pipeline sentiment in the U.S. capital.

Source: https://energeticcity.ca/2023/06/07/shells-clean-energy-campaign-is-misleading-uk-advertising-watchdog-says/

While he’s at it, the president and his top aides should also woo Manchin’s Republican friend (and third-party temptress) Mitt Romney.

Source: https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2023/11/13/biden-2024-reelection-challenges-strategy-00126776