Senator Joe Manchin hinted at a potential decision to enter the 2024 presidential race, possibly as a third-party candidate.
He suggested that after Super Tuesday, if it seems likely that President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will secure the Democratic and Republican nominations, respectively, he would consider his options.
Manchin mentioned the need for No Labels, a centrist group, to secure widespread ballot access to provide an alternative option to Biden and Trump.
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He emphasized that if he were to run for president, he would not do it to be a spoiler and would fight to win.
Additionally, he responded to Democratic criticisms of No Labels, questioning why they are afraid of voters having options or hearing a different voice.
“The clear challenge is right now for No Labels — and this is a great organization who have a venue where Democrats and Republicans can sit down and work out differences,” Manchin said.
“That started way back in 2010 when I first came to the Senate, and it was the only venue where you could do that. Their goal right now is to create options.”
“If it is needed, there will be an option, and their option would be they need to get on 34 ballots to be serious about attracting anybody that might be interested in this third-party move,” he added.
“Well, I’m not gonna be a spoiler. If there’s a pathway forward, I’ve always been involved and competitive,” he said.
“If I’m gonna get involved, I would definitely want to win, and I’m gonna fight to win. I will not go in there trying to harm or help somebody else.”
“I want to make sure that we create a different option, bringing people together. Any way I can work to bring Americans together is what I’m gonna be doing.”
Manchin’s recent trip to New Hampshire has fueled speculation about a potential presidential bid.
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