Will Joe Manchin Run for President? Democrats Fear a Disaster.

WASHINGTON—No Labels, the moderate political group, has been exploring the launch of a third-party presidential ticket next spring. A potential No. 1 draft pick just signaled he might be available.

West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin’s decision not to seek re-election to the Senate next year has intensified questions about whether he might seek the presidency, either as an independent candidate or through the No Labels’ effort.