Joe Manchin: “We do not seek subsidies or handouts. We just want to continue to work at the jobs we know and love.”

I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it stand adjourned until 10 a.m. on Thursday, December 12; that following the prayer and pledge, the Journal of proceedings be approved to date, the morning hour be…

We’re trying to get a person who can be committed to — and totally committed to – being an independent with an independent voice.

I will make a decision in January -- at the end of this year.

No, no, I think what I'm understanding is the president made some adjustments today.