Sen. Joe Manchin (I-W.Va.) announced Monday he will not pursue the Democratic presidential nomination following President Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 race.
“I’m not running for office,” Manchin told “CBS Mornings.” “I don’t need that in my life.”
Speculation arose that Manchin might challenge Vice President Kamala Harris, who was endorsed by Biden to replace him. Manchin criticized the lack of a primary process, saying, “I could not believe” there won’t be a mini-primary.
“People are looking in the middle,” he said. “We’re not going to see a vigorous primary process. I’m sorry, I don’t agree with that.”
Earlier, Manchin hinted at a possible run but gave a definitive “no” to a presidential bid. He also ruled out serving as Harris’s vice president. Manchin, who became an independent in May, previously considered a primary bid against Biden but decided against it. He is not seeking reelection to the Senate this November.
Biden, whose poor debate performance last month raised concerns, will address the nation later this week about his decision to step down.
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