From the Hill to the Mountains

JANUARY 07, 2021: MANCHIN STATEMENT ON THE NOMINATION OF MERRICK GARLAND AS UNITED STATES ATTORNEY GENERAL
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the nomination of Merrick Garland as the United States Attorney General.  

"There is not a more honorable, accomplished American than Judge Merrick Garland to lead the Department of Justice. He holds the rule of law above all else and will restore faith in the justice system. Judge Garland will reinstate disciplined leadership at the Department of Justice and will set the tone for how justice will be delivered under the Biden-Harris Administration. I am confident that he will enforce our laws in the interest of the American people, not as the personal lawyer for the President. I look forward to working with Judge Garland in his role as U.S. Attorney General after his confirmation in the Senate."

JANUARY 07, 2021: MANCHIN STATEMENT ON POTENTIAL ACTION AGAINST PRESIDENT TRUMP
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on potential actions taken against President Trump.

"No matter what course of action is taken against President Trump in 13 days, Joe Biden will be sworn in as President of the United States. Until then, I urge the good men and women honorably serving at all levels of the federal government to please stay at their post for the protection of our democracy. The actions of a rogue President will not and should not reflect on you. Instead, your patriotism and commitment to the greater good of our country will be reaffirmed."

JANUARY 07, 2021: MANCHIN STATEMENT ON CERTIFICATION OF 2020 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION RESULTS
Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the Congressional certification of the 2020 Presidential election results. 

"Today was a difficult and dark day in our nation’s history. But let’s be clear - our democracy prevailed. Late tonight, Congress will certify the results of the 2020 presidential election just as the U.S. Constitution empowers us to do. In just 14 days, there will be a peaceful transition of power. Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were legitimately elected and are our next President and Vice President. It is time to come together and begin to move forward as one nation. God bless the United States of America." 

JANUARY 07, 2021: MANCHIN RECEIVES SECOND COVID-19 VACCINE
Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement after receiving his second dose of the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine yesterday, in accordance with guidance from the Office of the Attending Physician.

"Yesterday I received my second dose of the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine in accordance with guidance from the Office of the Attending Physician and am feeling well. While the vaccine is a safe, effective way to protect ourselves from COVID-19, I will continue to follow the recommendations from the CDC by wearing a mask and practicing social distancing to keep myself and others as safe as possible. I encourage all West Virginians to receive the vaccine as it becomes available to protect themselves and others from this virus."

JANUARY 06, 2021:  BIPARTISAN, BICAMERAL GROUP ISSUES STATEMENT ON CAPITOL INSURGENCE
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Susan Collins (R-ME), Mark Warner (D-VA), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Angus King (I-ME), Mitt Romney (R-UT), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), and Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Problem Solvers Caucus Co-Chairs Representatives Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) and Tom Reed (R-NY-23) released the following statement on the United States Capitol insurgence today.

"The behavior we witnessed in the U.S. Capitol is entirely un-American. This was not a peaceful protest – this was an insurrection. These individuals should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. The American people can rest assured that we will finish our work, certify the results of the 2020 election, and ensure a peaceful transition of power. Our democracy is stronger than the destructive behavior of any mob and will survive today’s egregious behavior."

JANUARY 06, 2021: MANCHIN STATEMENT ON THE DEATH OF MIKE MYER
Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today released the following statement on the death of Mike Myer, longtime Executive Editor of The Intelligencer and Wheeling News-Register.

"Mike was a person of the upmost integrity. Over the years, we had lively debates about politics and the best direction for West Virginia. Mike was always able to look for the common ground and the best way to move forward for the sake of our state and country. I appreciate his insight and friendship more than he knew. I will miss him a great deal. Gayle and I are praying for his family and friends as they mourn this tremendous loss." 

JANUARY 06, 2021: MANCHIN STATEMENT ON UNITED STATES CAPITOL INSURRECTION
Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the insurrection at the United States Capitol.

"We are okay and ready to get back to the Senate chamber to finish our work. These thugs cannot and will not run us off. We will continue to govern."

JANUARY 06, 2021: MANCHIN STATEMENT ON FUTURE OF THE 117TH CONGRESS
Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today issued the following statement on the future of the 117th Congress following the results of the special Senate elections in Georgia.
 
"Now, more than ever, we must enter a new era of bipartisanship in Washington. With tight margins in the House and Senate, Democrats and Republicans are faced with a decision to either work together to put the priorities of our nation before partisan politics or double down on the dysfunctional tribalism.
 
"For the sake of the country we all love, we must commit to solving the serious problems facing our nation. With respect to the Senate, we must return to regular order. I am hopeful that we will set an agenda that invites vigorous and respectful debate on the issues that matter. Above all, we must avoid the extreme and polarizing rhetoric that only further divides the American people - I will work tirelessly to make sure we do. It is time for Americans to move closer together.
 
"To ensure we achieve this new era of bipartisanship let us all commit to restoring decency and civility to our politics, and becoming the example of governing the American people deserve and the world expects."

JANUARY 06, 2021: VA INFORMS MANCHIN REPORT ON PATIENT SAFETY AND QUALITY OF CARE WILL NOT BE DELIVERED

Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) received notification that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will miss the congressionally mandated deadline to submit a report on patient safety and quality of care at VA Medical Centers (VAMC), leaving Veterans and their loved ones without information on the policies and procedures in place across the VA. Senator Manchin’s legislation, The Improving Safety and Security for Veterans Act of 2019, was introduced in response to the murders at the Clarksburg VAMC and was signed into law in December 2020. The law requires the VA to produce a report on patient safety and quality of care at VA Medical Centers (VAMCs) 30 days after the legislation was signed into law. 

JANUARY 05, 2021: MANCHIN, CAPITO ANNOUNCE DAM REHABILITATION FUNDING IN MERCER COUNTY
Washington, DC – U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $3,739,700 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to support the Supplemental Watershed Plan Brush Creek 14 in southern West Virginia. This funding is authorized by the Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Act and will help restore damage done to a flood control dam constructed in 1966 located in Mercer County.

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