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politics24 days ago•186 min saved

Alaska judge clears namesake Dan J. Sullivan for Senate primary ballot

A Superior Court judge overturned the Division of Elections disqualification of Dan J. Sullivan, a Petersburg teacher who shares a name with Sen. Dan Sullivan, allowing him to appear in the August Republican primary; the ruling says the division's good-faith requirement wasn't grounded in the Constitution, Alaska law, or its own regulations and can be appealed to the Alaska Supreme Court as ballots are prepared ahead of Alaska's top-four primary and ranked-choice general election.

via CNN|

#alaska #court-ruling #dan-sullivan

politics24 days ago•15 min saved

Alaska Namesake Candidate Cleared for Senate Primary

A judge ruled that a man who shares the name of Alaska Senator Dan Sullivan is eligible to appear on the state's Senate primary ballot.

via AP News|

#alaska #eligibility #name-match

politics6 months ago•4 min saved

Texas 2026 March Primary Ballot Details

Texas will hold its 2026 primary elections on March 3, featuring races for key statewide offices such as governor, attorney general, and lieutenant governor, with early voting starting February 17. Voters can choose candidates for both Democratic and Republican parties, with runoff elections scheduled if no candidate wins a majority. The ballot includes numerous other state and local races, and voters can only participate in one party’s primary and runoff.

via apps.texastribune.org|

#2026-election #candidates #politics

politics2 years ago•6 min saved

"Unconstitutional Ballot Design Sparks Controversy in New Jersey Senate Race"

U.S. District Judge Zahid Quraishi heard arguments in a case brought by Rep. Andy Kim challenging the constitutionality of New Jersey's organizational line ballot design system, with key takeaways including Quraishi's skepticism of the line's inviolability, the logistical challenges of changing ballot designs close to an election, and the potential for a long legal process with implications for the upcoming primary elections.

via New Jersey Globe | New Jersey Politics|

#county-line #lawsuit #new-jersey

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"New Jersey Attorney General Deems County Line Ballot Design Unconstitutional"

New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin's office has declared the state's unique primary ballot design unconstitutional and will not defend it in court, following a lawsuit filed by Rep. Andy Kim. The ballot design, which favors candidates endorsed by party leaders, has been criticized for manipulating voters and creating an electoral advantage for certain candidates. The decision could level the playing field for candidates running against party-favored contenders, potentially reshaping the state's political landscape.

via The Washington Post|

#attorney-general #democratic-nomination #lawsuit

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"California's Double Vote Dilemma: The Surprising Shift in the Senate Race"

Californians will vote in two U.S. Senate races on their primary ballots due to a special election to fill the seat of the late Dianne Feinstein. The special election will determine the remainder of Feinstein’s term, while the regularly scheduled primary is for the full six-year term. Leading candidates include Democratic House members Adam Schiff, Katie Porter, and Barbara Lee, as well as former Major League Baseball player Steve Garvey. The double billing on the ballot has led candidates to educate voters on the voting process, with some expressing concerns about the confusion and waste of resources.

via The Washington Post|

#california #dianne-feinstein #politics

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Supreme Court Set to Decide on Trump's Ballot Eligibility Amid Growing Speculation

The Supreme Court is expected to release rulings on Monday, including a highly anticipated decision on whether Colorado can remove former President Donald Trump from the primary ballot due to his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack. The ruling, which may be in Trump's favor based on oral arguments, could have broader implications for similar efforts in other states. This decision comes after the Colorado Supreme Court's ruling was put on hold, and it will be announced on a non-scheduled ruling day.

via NBC News|

#colorado #insurrection #politics

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Trump's Legal Battles: From State Ballots to the Supreme Court"

Donald Trump's lawyers are appealing a ruling that removed his name from the Illinois Republican primary ballot due to his involvement in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot. The judge found that Trump engaged in insurrection, based on a similar ruling in Colorado, and ordered his name off the ballot. Trump's attorneys argue that the ruling is without basis and contrary to existing Illinois law. The decision is on hold pending appeal, but if upheld, it would have minimal impact on Trump's bid for the GOP nomination at the Republican National Convention in July.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#donald-trump #gop #illinois

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"States Take Action: Trump's Ballot Eligibility Challenged Across the Nation"

An Illinois judge has ruled to remove Donald Trump from the state's primary ballot, citing his alleged involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack. Trump is appealing the decision, and his name remains on the ballot until at least Friday, pending the outcome of the appeal and a potential U.S. Supreme Court ruling in a similar Colorado case. The legal battle raises questions about Trump's eligibility and could have implications for the 2024 presidential election.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#donald-trump #illinois #legal-battle

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Judge Removes Trump from Illinois Primary Ballot Over January 6 Role"

An Illinois judge ruled to remove former President Donald Trump from the state's primary ballot, citing the 14th Amendment's ban on insurrectionists holding office. This decision follows similar rulings in Colorado and Maine, with the Colorado ruling currently on hold pending appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. Trump's campaign plans to appeal the Illinois decision, arguing it is unconstitutional, while expressing confidence in the Supreme Court's support. The primary is scheduled for March 19, and early voting is already underway in the state.

via The Washington Post|

#14th-amendment #donald-trump #illinois

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump from Illinois Primary Ballot"

A judge in Cook County, Illinois, has ruled that the state's election board must remove former President Donald Trump's name from the March 19 primary ballot, but the order has been put on hold until Friday to allow for an appeal. The ruling comes after a group of voters sued to counter the election board's rejection of their effort to remove Trump's name, arguing that he is ineligible due to his alleged role in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. The judge's decision is based on a rarely used clause in the 14th Amendment prohibiting those who "engaged in insurrection" from holding office, but it is likely to face further legal challenges.

via The Associated Press|

#court-ruling #donald-trump #illinois

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Illinois Judge Bars Trump from 2024 Primary Ballot

A judge in Cook County, Illinois, has ruled that the 14th Amendment bars former President Donald Trump from the 2024 Republican primary ballot, overruling a previous decision by the Illinois State Board of Elections. The ruling is stayed pending appeal, and the broader dispute is expected to be settled by the U.S. Supreme Court. The challenge is based on Trump's conduct after the 2020 election, with supporters arguing that his actions make him ineligible to hold office again, while Trump denies any wrongdoing.

via ABC News|

#14th-amendment #donald-trump #illinois

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Illinois Judge Removes Trump from Republican Primary Ballot Over Jan. 6 Riot

A state judge in Illinois ruled that former President Donald J. Trump had engaged in insurrection and was ineligible to appear on the state’s primary ballot, staying the decision until Friday to allow for an appeal. This marks the third and most populous state where Trump has been ruled ineligible on constitutional grounds, following similar rulings in Colorado and Maine. The Trump campaign plans to appeal the Illinois decision, and the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the Colorado appeal on Feb. 8, with a ruling pending.

via The New York Times|

#court-ruling #donald-trump #illinois

politics2 years ago•0 min saved

"Illinois Judge Disqualifies Trump from 2024 Primary Ballot"

A judge in Cook County, Illinois has ordered the state's Board of Elections to remove former President Donald Trump from the primary ballot, citing his role in the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol as a potential reason for disqualification. However, the order has been put on hold pending a likely appeal, with the primary scheduled for March 19. This decision comes as several states are considering similar actions regarding Trump's eligibility, and the U.S. Supreme Court is expected to weigh in on the matter soon.

via CBS Chicago|

#donald-trump #illinois #insurrection

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Illinois Election Board Rules Trump Can Stay on 2024 Ballot

The Illinois State Board of Elections rejected a complaint seeking to disqualify former President Donald J. Trump from the state’s primary ballot, stating that it did not have the authority to decide whether Mr. Trump had engaged in insurrection. The complaint was based on a clause of the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution that bars government officials who “engaged in insurrection or rebellion” from holding office. This ruling can be appealed to the courts, and Mr. Trump, the leading Republican candidate for president, has faced similar challenges in 35 states.

via The New York Times|

#donald-trump #illinois #insurrection