Jim Justice got 63% in his Republican primary after his party switch.
So yes, Manchin could pull 70.
Are “assault weapon” bans constitutional or not? I will take ignoring this as a yes and will make sure that your position is made clear.
“Jim Justice got 63% in his Republican primary after his party switch.”
Richard Shelby did the same in Alabama (also a bright red state). Went up against Bill Clinton on a ‘stimulus’ bill, then Clinton tried to punish him by moving a handful of jobs from Alabama to Texas...then Shelby flipped parties and won every election since.
So I agree with you, Manchin already had significant Republican support, just to hold his seat in WV, and if he does switch, he will be GREATLY REWARDED by his voters for stopping Biden...he’ll be all set.
You're delusional.