Joe Manchin
The latest on Joe Manchin. A Democrat, Manchin has represented West Virginia in the United States Senate since 2010. Manchin previously served as governor of West Virginia from 2005 to 2010. A conservative to moderate Democrat, Manchin is often at odds with his own party and is known in Congress for his bipartisanship.
Schumer Calls Out Manchin, Sinema Over Filibuster, Voting Rights
"We're going to continue to push. We're going to have hearings. We're going to have votes until we get this done," the Democratic Senate Majority Leader said.
Joe Manchin Optimistic as Infrastructure Deal Inches Closer
The moderate West Virginia Democratic senator said "we're getting close" in reference to the bipartisan infrastructure plan.
Manchin to Speak At Fundraiser With Oil Industry Leaders, GOP Donors
Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W. Va.) was reportedly headed to a Texas fundraising event hosted by Republican donors from the oil industry two days after saying that a Democratic plan to eliminate fossil fuels would make climate change "worse."
Joe Manchin Condemns Anti-Fossil Fuel Provisions in Infrastructure Bill
"They want to get rid of [fossil fuel], and thinking that's going to clean up the global climate, it won't clean it up all. If anything, it would be worse," Manchin said.
Manchin Undecided on $3.5 Trillion Bill: 'We Should Start Paying for Stuff'
The moderate Democratic senator said he was "very, very disturbed" by some provisions in the massive spending package.
Senate Democrats Announce $3.5 Trillion Budget Agreement
The budget could possibly pass through the upper congressional chamber without needing approval from any of the Senate's 50 Republican members.
ExxonMobil Lobbyist Reveals Manchin 'Kingmaker' Among 11 Senators Targeted
Keith McCoy, a senior lobbyist for ExxonMobil, was covertly filmed claiming the oil giant is secretly fighting legislative attempts to tackle climate change. The company has denied this.
Manchin Signals Support for 'Human Infrastructure' Measure, Gains Tax
"President Biden...is anxious for this bill to pass and for him to sign it. And I look forward to being there when he does," said Manchin about the infrastructure legislation.
Joe Manchin, Mitt Romney Announce Senate Deal on Biden Infrastructure Plan
"We came to an agreement on a plan that we have and we're just going to try to wrap it up tomorrow," Manchin told reporters.
GOP Filibuster Voting Rights Bill, Blocking Debate After 50-50 Vote
All 50 members of the Senate Democratic caucus voted in favor of the bill, including Democratic West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin who was considered a lone holdout.
Schumer Says 'We Worked it out' After Manchin Votes to Open Debate
"I've found common ground with my Democratic colleagues on a new version of the bill that ensures our elections are fair, accessible and secure," Manchin said in a statement.
Democrats Rush to Lock Down Lone Holdout Manchin on Eve of Election Vote
The moderate senator wants assurances his amendments will be incorporated before committing to support the For the People Act.
Fox Host Confronts Lindsey Graham Over Opposition to Voting Rights Bill
"As you know, the Constitution does provide for federal oversight of state elections," the Fox News Sunday anchor told the GOP senator.
Joe Manchin Meets With Texas Dems on Voting Rights Legislation
U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin met with a group of Texas Democrats Thursday evening who blocked a state law there that would put new restrictions on early voting.
Joe Manchin's Voting Rights Compromise Earns Nod From Stacey Abrams
"What Sen. Manchin is putting forward are some basic building blocks that we need to ensure that democracy is accessible no matter your geography," Abrams told CNN.
Manchin Says He'll Speak With Texas Dems After Missing Meeting on Voting
U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin, a West Virginia Democrat who has been a roadblock for Democrats who want to pass sweeping voting legislation, missed out on a meeting with a group of Democrats from the Texas Legislature on the topic this week—sending top aides in his place.
Joe Manchin Signals He's Open to Filibuster Reform, Offering Hope to Dems
On a private call on Monday, Manchin suggested he would be willing to change the Senate rules so Senate Democrats could pass legislation with fewer than the 60 votes currently required by the filibuster.
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AOC Calls Out Senate Democrats for 'Blocking Crucial Items' in Party Agenda
The New York progressive suggested efforts at bipartisan compromise allow policy to be "defined by a Republican minority that has not been elected to lead."
Pelosi Claims Manchin 'Left the Door Open' on Backing Voting Reform Bill
Manchin penned an op-ed in the Charleston Gazette-Mail last week, which explained bluntly "why I'm voting against the For the People Act."
Manchin's Filibuster Defense Praised by One of His Biggest GOP Critics
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice backed the Democratic senator for blocking moves to scrap the Senate rule.
Manchin's Bill Demanding Equal Pay for Women's Soccer Could Face Filibuster
"I urge my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support this commonsense bill to ensure a level playing field for everyone, including our top-notch U.S. Women's National Soccer Team," West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin said on Wednesday.
AOC Ramps Up Offensive Against Democratic Party, Calls Out GOP Talks
"Dems are burning precious time & impact negotiating w/GOP who won't even vote for a Jan 6 commission. McConnell's plan is to run out the clock," the progressive firebrand tweeted on Wednesday. "It's a hustle. We need to move now."
The Beginning of the End of Democracy as We Know It?
In this shameful era, Republican senators were more united in their opposition to voting rights than Democratic senators were in their support for them.
What Shakespeare Can Teach Us About Joe Manchin
Joe Manchin would do well to remember Shakespeare's tragedy, Julius Caesar.
As Manchin Digs In, Is It as Safe as Liberals Think for Breyer to Retire?
The pressure on Justice Breyer to step down comes after Democrats saw Donald Trump and Senate Republicans secure a 6-3 conservative majority on the court.
Joe Manchin, a Pariah among DC Democrats, Isn't Winning With GOP At Home
Manchin's faced criticism for pandering to his Republican constituents, but back home, the GOP doesn't think his pushback to Democrats goes far enough.
Manchin Doesn't Change Mind on Voting After Meeting Civil Rights Leaders
U.S. Senator Joe Manchin's meeting with civil rights leaders about proposed voting reform laws and the Senate filibuster was "very productive and very informative," he told reporters after it ended, but it didn't change his mind about either.
Pelosi Urges Senate Democrats, Manchin to Pass Voting Act
Democratic Senator Joe Manchin had earlier reaffirmed his position on the filibuster, saying he would not change Senate rules.
AOC Accuses Joe Manchin of Supporting Republican 'Voter Suppression'
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) said that Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W. Va.) had found an area of "common ground" with Republicans by supporting "voter suppression" on Monday.
