Balanced News: Joe Manchin wasn’t always a climate ally, but his successor will be worse

Joe Manchin, a Democratic senator from West Virginia, has announced that he will not run for re-election, potentially making it more difficult to pass climate legislation. Manchin, who has been both a supporter and obstacle to climate legislation during his time in Congress, has been a crucial figure in the closely divided Senate. His departure could lead to a stronger Republican presence in the Senate and hinder the passage of climate policies. Manchin’s successor, likely to be a Republican, may be less supportive of climate action.