If Manchin is going to run for re-election in 1924 (big if), he has no hope except to switch parties.
Trump carried W.Va by 39 points in 2020.
Except for Manchin, there are zero Dems in the W.Va. Congressional Delegation.
Except for Manchin, there are zero Dems that hold statewide office in W.Va.
If Manchin is going to run for re-election in 1924 (big if), he has no hope except to switch parties.
And a DeLorean built by a crazy guy named Doc. ;)
My guess would be Mitch is promising manchin weak unsupported Republican competition in his next election if he stays on board.