The Plot Thickens?

Webb Attacks Clinton With Eye on Independent Run

If he declared an outsider presidential bid, the former Democratic candidate could have an outsize effect on the race.

Best of 2015: The Democratic Candidates' Defining Moments

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When Jim Webb quit the Democratic presidential race on Oct. 20 amid low poll numbers and a minimal debate presence, the former Virginia senator left open the possibility he'd return for a White House run in a different political guise. Now he appears to be edging closer to making good on it.

On Saturday morning, Webb used Twitter and his Facebook page to attack Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton for her handling of Libya during her time as secretary of state.