Joe Manchin Announces He Will Not Run for President in 2024
West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin has announced that he will not mount a 2024 campaign for president.
Manchin made the announcement in a statement released on Friday, saying, "I will not be seeking a third term."
The 74-year-old senator has been weighing a presidential bid for months, but has ultimately decided against it. In his statement, Manchin said that he believes it is time for a "new generation" of leaders to take the helm.
"I believe that it is time for a new generation of leaders to step up and take our country in a new direction," Manchin said. "I will continue to serve the people of West Virginia in the Senate, and I look forward to working with the next president to build a better future for our country."
Manchin's decision is a blow to Democrats, who were hoping that he would run for president in 2024. Manchin is a popular figure among Democrats, and his candidacy would have likely helped the party in the general election.
However, Manchin's decision is not a surprise. He has been highly critical of former President Donald Trump in recent months, and has said that he does not believe that Trump is fit to hold office again.
In addition, Manchin has said that he is not interested in running for president in 2024. He has said that he is focused on serving the people of West Virginia, and that he does not want to leave the Senate.
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