Tag: Manchin
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Joe Manchin dismisses critics, embraces ‘hero and villain’ role
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Sen. Joe Manchin said he pays no attention to criticism or campaign donations when making decisions about what’s best for West Virginia. Sounding somewhat exasperated when asked whether the dramatic bump in campaign contributions he‘s received from oil and gas interests in recent months influenced his voting, the conservative Democrat said no.…
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Joe Manchin shifts into defense on Dems’ tax-and-spend climate bill
Sen. Joe Manchin III came out swinging against GOP critics Thursday who accused him of going back on his word by agreeing to tax increases and spending on climate and health care, despite recession and inflation fears. The centrist Democrat from West Virginia opposed similar proposals just a few weeks ago. Mr. Manchin rejected the…