Some Republicans are courting Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) to run for governor against West Virginia Republican Attorney General Patrick Morrisey.

According to sources close to Manchin, speaking with MetroNews, at least 20 wealthy Republicans have reached out to Manchin to urge him to run against Morrisey, who won the state’s primary last week. As indicated by quick denunciations from the West Virginia Republican Party, they are working independently of the state party.

Recommended Stories

Manchin opposition group drops $1 million to oust Democrat

Joe Manchin: ‘I don’t give a s–t’ if I win re-election

Joe Manchin’s bipartisanship ranked as he faces uncertain future