On February 21, fifteen officers of the Minnesota Republican Party filed this request to intervene in the lawsuit Martin v Simon, A24-0216. They argue that the 2023 law, requiring extra meetings and paperwork for ballot-qualified parties, might plausibly be used … Continue reading
On February 21, the Kansas House tentatively passed HB 2516, the bill to increase the statewide independent petition from 5,000 signatures to 2% of the last gubernatorial vote, about 21,000 signatures. It will get a final vote in the House … Continue reading
The Michigan Republican Party has two factions, each with its own set of officers. Most of the delegates to the Republican national convention are determined by the state convention, not the presidential primary, so there may be two competing sets … Continue reading
On February 21, the U.S. Supreme Court released two opinions, but no election law case. Most observers believe that the Court will release Trump v Anderson before Super Tuesday, March 5. … Continue reading
On February 15, the Hawaii Senate passed SB 2392. As amended, it says 30 voters may challenge a presidential or vice-presidential candidate on qualifications grounds. The Hawaii Supreme Court would then decide if the challenged candidate is unqualified. The bill … Continue reading
