On September 6, the Democratic nominee for Mississippi Secretary of State, Shuwaski Young, withdrew from the race, citing health problems. Also on September 6, state election officials said the party is free to substitute a new nominee, even though the … Continue reading
Under current Idaho law, there will be no presidential primaries in 2024. However, the State Senate supports a special session to pass a bill to bring back presidential primaries. So far the House hasn’t shown any interest. See this story. … Continue reading
On September 5, Ohio State Senator Michele Reynolds (R-Canal Winchester) introduced SB 147, which would provide that voter registration forms should ask applicants for a choice of party or independent status, and which would set up closed primaries in Ohio. … Continue reading
On August 29, a New York state trial court in Westchester County put an independent candidate on the ballot for Putnam County Highway Superintendent. Stern v Putnam County Board of Elections, 50372/2023. The candidate had enough signatures but the county … Continue reading
On September 5, John Anthony Castro, a candidate for the Republican presidential nomination, filed a lawsuit in federal court in Maine, asking that the court determine whether or not former President Donald Trump is eligible under the 14th amendment. Castro … Continue reading
