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Manchin Decision Hurts Dems' Senate Hopes, Sparks 3rd Party Talk
Manchin's sudden announcement injects a new layer of uncertainty for Democratic leaders already anxious about the party's prospects in 2024.

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Manchin's sudden announcement injects a new layer of uncertainty for Democratic leaders already anxious about the party's prospects in 2024.

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