- West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin announced on Friday that he is switching his party affiliation.
- Manchin will now serve the remainder of his term as an independent voter.
- This decision marks a significant political change for the senator, who was previously affiliated with the Democratic Party.
- The announcement has created a surprising wave in the political landscape, potentially impacting future legislative dynamics.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/west-virginia-sen-joe-manchin-leaves-democratic-party-registers-independent)