Evan Jenkins considering another run for office

[JMT]

Rep. Evan Jenkins, a Republican who lost the nomination to face Joe Manchin in West Virginia's Senate race, may have a sooner than expected political comeback with the resignation of a member of the State Supreme Court. Jenkins has publicly acknowledged his potential interest in running in a special election which will be held in November to fill the remaining two years of the term, and candidates have a few more weeks to file.

For people who have a better understanding of West Virginia politics than I do: Does Evan Jenkins run? And if he does, is he the frontrunner/does he stand a good chance?

To me, it seems like this is a good opportunity to reenter politics shortly after a defeat. If Jenkins wants to be back in office, this may be the best way to do that.

Source: http://www.herald-dispatch.com/news/jenkins-seriously-considering-run-for-open-state-supreme-court-seat/article_54ca038f-edbe-5986-b4ac-ea143f23921a.html

[Ebsy]

Wish he would just go away.

[junior chįmp]

The sheer amount of clown candidates the GOP has put up this election year is astounding

[Skunk]

Hope he does run, that way he'll be less likely to challenge Ojeda come 2020.

[BBD]

There were rumors before the primary was over that he would run for a judicial office if he lost the primary. Not surprised at all.

[Co-Chair Bagel23]

I hope he does it, that way he won't be in play for any serious offices at least any time soon.