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Manchin Launches Independent-Voice Council to Aid Midterm Candidates

7/25/2026

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Sen. Joe Manchin announced a council that will provide campaign, fundraising and ground-organizing support to candidates.
He told CNN the group is not forming a party but seeks candidates who can vote across party lines.
Heather Manchin said the pilot council aims to prove the independent-voice approach works, hoping its support could help a candidate win the November midterms and influence the 2028 presidential race.

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Sen. Joe Manchin announced a council that will provide campaign, fundraising and ground-organizing support to candidates.
He told CNN the group is not forming a party but seeks candidates who can vote across party lines.
Heather Manchin said the pilot council aims to prove the independent-voice approach works, hoping its support could help a candidate win the November midterms and influence the 2028 presidential race.