Congress Admits It Has a Debt Problem, But Will It Do Anything? Servicing debt grows more expensive as the deadline to curb the spending spree gets closer. Reason · Nov 22, 2023
Jill Stein formally launches 2024 White House bid as Green party candidate Stein is latest in a series of mostly leftist figures to announce candidacies with the potential to erode Biden’s core support The Guardian - US · Nov 22, 2023
Can a socialist ex-marine fill Joe Manchin’s seat in West Virginia? Zach Shrewsbury faces an improbable task to replace the conservative Democrat in the face of a Republican onslaught – but he won’t be put off The Guardian - US · Nov 19, 2023
RFK Jr.'s poll numbers remain high. What explains this — and can it last? The anti-vaccine political scion is running as an independent for president, is threatening both parties and is polling higher than any independent in 40 years. But those high numbers tend to fade. WEKU · Nov 18, 2023
Morning Mail: Australia win thriller to reach World Cup final, Labor dissent over visa law, Optus outage outrage Pat Cummins and Mitch Starc keep their heads to secure tight win over South Africa; party veteran joins chorus of attacks on controversial bill The Guardian - AU · Nov 16, 2023
Trump would destroy US democracy if he wins in 2024, Manchin says West Virginia senator made remarks days after announcing he won’t seek re-election The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023
Joe Manchin warns second Trump term will ‘destroy democracy in America’ Democratic senator is leaving Congress but there’s speculation he might be eyeing a third-party bid for the presidency The Guardian - US · Nov 16, 2023
Manchin says Trump will ruin democracy Warning of the dangers associated with Trump back in the White House, Manchin hints at having a go himself Salon · Nov 16, 2023
Previewing Louisiana’s Nov. 18 elections Welcome to the Wednesday, November 15, 2023, Brew. Ballotpedia · Nov 15, 2023
Seven Senate retirements are the most in a decade Since Oct. 17, 12 members of Congress—10 House members and two Senators—have announced they will not seek re-election in 2024. The 10 House members include five Republicans and five Democrats. The two retiring Senators are both Democrats. Ballotpedia · Nov 14, 2023
The Republican field is getting smaller. Here's what that means for beating Trump Tim Scott and Mike Pence have dropped their bids for president, and the next GOP debate in less than a month will likely feature an even smaller stage, but Trump is still the far-and-away frontrunner. WEKU · Nov 14, 2023
Latest Poll Results From 7 Swing States Show Trump Building On His Lead Donald Trump seems to be pushing ahead in the presidential election race despite his legal challenges. Zenger · Nov 13, 2023
The Two-Party System Abides Plus: A listener asks the editors why the Libertarian Party waits until election year to nominate its presidential candidate. Reason · Nov 13, 2023
Democrat Abigail Spanberger to quit Congress and run for Virginia governor In announcement, congresswoman cites rightwing threats to reproductive rights and efforts to clamp down on public schooling The Guardian - US · Nov 13, 2023
Zenger · Nov 13, 2023 Mary Trump Exposes GOP Hypocrisy In Scathing Substack Post Former President's niece calls out Republican lawmakers for lying, cheating, and undermining Biden
The Guardian - US · Nov 10, 2023 Joe Manchin’s Senate resignation fuels speculation of third-party 2024 bid Democratic West Virginia senator signalled possible White House run in announcement he would not run for re-election to Senate
WEKU · Nov 10, 2023 Up First briefing: Humanitarian corridors in Gaza; Manchin's Senate seat up for grabs Israel agrees to let civilians stuck in northern Gaza travel south for several hours each day. Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., won't seek reelection, threatening Democrats' narrow Senate majority.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 10, 2023 First Thing: Netanyahu says Israel not seeking to occupy Gaza Prime minister appears to soften statement that Israel could be responsible for Gaza’s security indefinitely. Plus, what has turned a pond in Hawaii bright pink?
The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2023 Trump receives middle finger greeting at UFC before SNL cold open - Live Former president took a break from campaign trail and numerous trials to appear ringside at New York’s Madison Square Gardens
The Guardian - US · Nov 9, 2023 Snap analysis: Manchin just made Democrats’ quest to preserve Senate majority harder The party is viewed as not having a strong replacement candidate in West Virginia, a deeply Republican state
Salon · Nov 9, 2023 Joe Manchin opts out of reelection “I have made one of the toughest decisions of my life," Manchin said in his announcement
WEKU · Nov 9, 2023 Sen. Joe Manchin announces he won't seek reelection in 2024 West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin will not seek reelection. The decision by the red-state Democrat means the party faces an uphill climb to keep its narrow Senate majority.
The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2023 Democratic Senator Joe Manchin won’t seek re-election The conservative West Virginia’s decision to retire comes as he faced significant headwinds had he sought re-election
Roll Call · Nov 9, 2023 Manchin will not seek reelection, plans to travel country - Roll Call West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin III, who was was being targeted by Republicans looking to win control of the chamber, is retiring.
The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2023 The most unpopular senator has officially been crowned Joe Manchin, one of the least popular senators, has seen his approval rating improve from 38 to 42 per cent since the beginning of this year