Senator Joe Manchin built his political career as a self-styled champion of the people of West Virginia. But as his time in the Senate comes to an end, his record tells a different story.

Manchin, a Democrat-turned-independent, often promised to stand against the radical left and fight for his conservative-leaning constituents. Yet, when the chips were down, he folded like a cheap suit.

His support for Biden’s disastrous Inflation Reduction Act — which did nothing to reduce inflation — was the final straw for many voters. The man who claimed to be a voice of reason became just another cog in the Democrat machine.

Manchin’s decision not to seek re-election speaks volumes. He didn’t step down because of age or ambition; he left because he knew he couldn’t win.

After years of betraying his base, West Virginians were ready to send him packing. And now, with one foot out the door, Manchin is launching one last desperate attack on America’s institutions.

From Fox News:
Sen. Joe Manchin, I-W.V., and Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vt., are proposing a constitutional amendment that would institute a term limit system for future Supreme Court justices.

“The proposed amendment would not adjust the tenure of sitting Justices, but rather institute a transition period to maintain regular vacancies as current Justices retire,” a Manchin press release explains. “During that period, 18-year terms will begin every two years, regardless of when a current Justice leaves the bench. Once a current Justice retires, the newly appointed Justice will serve out the remainder of the next open 18-year term. The amendment would not change the overall number of Justices on the Court.”

The Manchin-Welch Supreme Court Gambit

Manchin’s proposed amendment, co-sponsored by Senator Peter Welch of Vermont, would impose 18-year term limits on Supreme Court justices. The plan aims to create regular vacancies every two years, ensuring each president gets a chance to appoint a justice during their term.

Current justices would be exempt, but future appointments would face the new rules. The amendment also maintains the current number of nine justices, likely a nod to conservatives wary of court-packing schemes.

Manchin claims the lifetime appointment system is “broken” and fuels partisan confirmation battles. He’s not wrong about the dysfunction in Washington, but let’s be honest — this isn’t about fixing anything.

It’s about scoring points with a base that increasingly views the Supreme Court as an obstacle to their agenda. The current conservative majority, bolstered by three appointments from Donald Trump, has become a favorite punching bag for Democrats.

Manchin’s proposal is a thinly veiled attempt to appease his old party while pretending to play the bipartisan hero.

A Senator Who Talked Big but Delivered Small

Manchin’s career is a case study in political inconsistency. He branded himself as a centrist who could work across the aisle. He occasionally stood up to his party, like when he opposed Biden’s student loan forgiveness scheme.

But these moments were the exception, not the rule. Time and again, Manchin sided with the Democrats on key votes, including Biden’s trillion-dollar spending spree disguised as the Inflation Reduction Act.

In exchange for his support, Manchin was promised a pipeline project for West Virginia — a promise that predictably went nowhere.

Even his decision to leave the Democratic Party and declare as an independent rings hollow. By the time he made the switch, he had already lost the trust of his voters. It was a classic case of too little, too late.

Manchin didn’t leave the Democrats because he disagreed with them; he left because he couldn’t survive their toxic brand in West Virginia.

A Desperate Farewell

Manchin’s final days in the Senate are a fitting end to a career defined by contradiction. His push for Supreme Court term limits will likely go nowhere, but that’s not the point.

The proposal allows him to leave office on a progressive high note, distracting from the fact that his betrayal of West Virginia voters is the real reason he’s stepping down. It’s a desperate attempt to rewrite his legacy, but the people of West Virginia aren’t buying it.

As for the Supreme Court? It has weathered far worse attacks than this. Manchin’s amendment is just another example of Democrats using institutions as political pawns.

Thankfully, with Trump’s return on the horizon, the judicial branch is poised to remain a bulwark against the woke agenda.

Key Takeaways

• Manchin’s Betrayal: Despite his promises, Manchin repeatedly caved to the Democrats, alienating his West Virginia base.
• Supreme Court Power Grab: His proposed term limits are a last-ditch effort to appease the left and undermine Trump’s legacy.

Source: Fox News