Joe Manchin's Senate Resignation Sparks Third-Party Bid Speculation

Speculation is growing that West Virginia Democrat senator Joe Manchin, who recently announced he will not seek re-election, may instead launch a bid for the presidency as the candidate of No Labels, a third-party group. Manchin's decision has raised concerns among Democrats, with some fearing it could split the votes and ultimately help Donald Trump secure re-election in 2024. While polling shows most Americans do not want a rematch between Joe Biden and Trump, a potential Manchin candidacy could complicate the race. However, critics argue that a No Labels ticket has little chance of winning electoral college votes in any state.