Sen. Joe Manchin said he doesn't support legislation making D.C. a state, effectively ending its shot at approval in the Senate even if Democrats were to change the chamber’s rules to make it easier to pass legislation
WASHINGTON—Sen. Joe Manchin said Friday he didn’t support legislation making the District of Columbia a state, effectively ending its shot at approval in the Senate even if Democrats were to change the chamber’s rules to make it easier to pass legislation.
The development underscores the pivotal role Mr. Manchin plays in the Senate, where he has influenced the course of legislation this year, including the level of unemployment benefits i
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