Manchin Supports Collins in Maine Amid Democratic Ousting Effort

• Former Sen. Joe Manchin is traveling to Maine to campaign with Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
• Manchin's visit aims to counter attacks on Collins for supporting President Donald Trump.
• Manchin, who left the Democratic Party, will visit Androscoggin County with Collins on Wednesday.
• This move delivers a political snub to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer.
• Manchin's support for Collins is unexpected and significant in the context of Democratic ousting efforts.