Posted 12/10/2023, 6:58:00 AM
Manchin Jokes About Potential Independent Presidential Bid at DC Roast
- Manchin joked at a DC roast that at 76, he could be the "slightly younger" president America needs compared to Biden (81) and Trump (77)
- Manchin previously indicated he would consider running for president as an independent in 2024
- Some Democrats worry a Manchin independent run could split Biden's support and help Trump win
- Manchin poked fun at notions he could play "spoiler" in the 2024 election
- Manchin also jokingly defended the centrist group No Labels, which is pushing a Manchin/Romney third party ticket