RFK Jr. to Remain on Michigan, Wisconsin Ballots

Published on August 27, 2024

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is remaining on the ballots in Michigan and Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Elections Commission voted 5-1 on Aug. 27 to keep Kennedy’s name on the ballot in the state. Commissioners turned down Kennedy’s request to remove his name as an option for voters and approved other third-party candidates, including Jill Stein and Cornel West, as options. A spokesperson representing Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson told news outlets in a statement earlier Tuesday that Kennedy would remain on Michigan’s ballot. “Minor party candidates cannot withdraw, so his name will remain on the ballot in the November election,” the spokespersons said....

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