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Is Manchin Doomed as Popular GOP Governor Throws His Hat in the Ring in a Deep Red State?

Manchin has tormented President Biden by towing a moderate line in a highly polarized Senate. Yet he’s a Democrat in a deep red state.

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The governor of West Virginia, Jim Justice, pets his dog Babydog during an announcement for his Senate campaign at White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. AP/Chris Jackson
RUSSELL PAYNE
RUSSELL PAYNE

With all eyes on the conservative Democratic senator of West Virginia, Joe Manchin, two of the state’s most prominent Republicans, Governor Justice and Representative Alex Mooney, are gearing up for what could be a no-holds-barred election primary.

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RUSSELL PAYNE
RUSSELL PAYNE

Mr. Payne is a political reporter at The New York Sun. He covers a broad range of topics including New York State and New York City.

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