No Labels third-party group plans 2024 campaign, AP sources
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The third-party presidential movement, No Labels, is planning to field a candidate in the upcoming November election. Delegates of the group are expected to vote in favor of launching a presidential campaign, although high-profile contenders have decided not to run. The group plans to present a “unity ticket” to appeal to voters unhappy with both President Joe Biden and Donald Trump, with a presidential nominee from one major party and a vice presidential nominee from the other.
No Labels Seeking Third-Party Presidential Candidate
The third-party presidential group, No Labels, plans to propose a candidate for the November election despite key contenders bowing out, insiders shared on Wednesday.
Expected to vote in favor of a presidential campaign at Friday’s meeting, No Labels won’t announce its presidential or vice-presidential decisions just yet. Instead, it will unveil a selection process for potential candidates in the coming weeks.
Given the lackluster views of Americans on President Joe Biden and Donald Trump, No Labels sees a chance for a bipartisan ticket. However, Biden’s supporters fear the group may endanger the president’s chances in battleground states as they haven’t disclosed their donor list or much of their decision-making process.
No Labels has not publicly confirmed Friday’s meeting plans, but insiders noted support for a candidate from its regional chapters, suggesting a vote may occur. The group intends to present a ‘unity ticket’ appealing to voters discontented with Biden and Trump.
While the group is in talks with potential candidates, no names have been revealed. Nikki Haley, former U.N. Ambassador, has denied interest in running as a No Labels candidate. On the other hand, West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin and Republican ex-Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan have confirmed they will not be seeking the presidency.
No Labels, having amassed funds from unnamed donors, including former Republican supporters disgruntled with the party’s direction, is working towards securing voting access across all states.
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