Joe Manchin pledges to oppose judicial nominees without GOP backing

Joe Manchin’s Bold Move: His Personal Judicial Filibuster

Senator Joe Manchin ‍(D-WV) is gearing up for retirement, but he’s not fading into the ‍background just yet. He’s set ⁣to shake things up on his way out, particularly concerning judicial‍ nominations.

According to a report by Politico,​ Manchin unveiled ⁣his plan to stage a personal “filibuster” by refusing to support any of President Joe Biden’s judicial picks without⁢ Republican backing.

His stance‍ is clear: without bipartisan support, he won’t be swayed. Even the support of just one Republican would be enough to⁢ earn his approval.

Manchin’s Call‌ for ⁣Bipartisanship

Joe Manchin emphasized his desire for​ bipartisan collaboration and urged his fellow lawmakers‍ to reach across the aisle in ⁢search of Republican votes.

He voiced his frustration, stating, “Just ‍one Republican. That’s all I’m asking⁤ for. Give me something bipartisan. This‌ is my own‍ little filibuster.”

Manchin further expressed his exasperation,‍ insisting, “If they‍ don’t have a Republican, I’m opposing. That’s my way of ⁣saying: ‘I’m leaving this place, I’ve tried everything I can. Don’t tell me you​ can’t get one.’

“You’ve​ got to ask them,” Manchin‍ urged, specifically naming potential allies among Republicans like Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, and Lindsey Graham.

Preserving the Filibuster

Amid discussions about abolishing the ⁣legislative filibuster, Manchin stressed his commitment to safeguarding this procedural rule. He rallied donors ⁢to press candidates on their stance regarding maintaining the filibuster.

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