Senator Joe Manchin will hold a town hall meeting to discuss the Iran Deal this week among other pressing matters in our state and country. The meeting will be Thursday, Sept. 3 at 3 p.m. at the University of Charleston.

The Iran Deal would limit the Gulf state’s nuclear research to be used for peaceful purposes, such as energy.

The plan was put forth by the P5+1 nations, which include the United States, the United Kingdom, France, China, Russia, Germany and the European Union to ensure Iran is not able to produce any nuclear weapons.

“Right now, I am hearing from experts on both sides of the debate as I consider the consequences and weigh the options on the Iran nuclear deal.” Manchin posted on his website.

Manchin said that he urges all West Virginians to read the whole Iran Deal, which is accessible to everyone on the Internet.

Manchin will also be attending the West Virginia Business Summit in White Sulphur Springs this week.

“Traveling around our beautiful state and meeting with the wonderful people of West Virginia is truly one of the best parts of my job as a United States Senator.” Manchin said in a press release. “I am looking forward to hearing from West Virginians about the challenges our communities are facing and their thoughts and concerns regarding the Iran Nuclear Deal.”

Currently, 31 Democrats in the Senate openly support the Iran Deal put forth by the Obama Administration.

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