Although no one qualified to appear on the New Mexico Republican primary ballot for U.S. Senate this year, the Republican Party is planning to nominate someone by write-in votes in the primary, which is in early June. See this story. … Continue reading
On March 9, the Idaho House passed HB 638. It restores presidential primaries, but requires a filing fee for presidential candidates. The bill makes no provision for presidential candidates who can’t afford the fee. The bill sets the date of … Continue reading
The March 9 Chicago Tribune has this editorial, condemning the Illinois ballot access laws for independent and minor party candidates. … Continue reading
On March 5, the Oklahoma House Rules Committee passed HB 2425. It moves the non-presidential primary from June to early March. The presidential primary would then be combined with the primary for other offices. This is a drastic change. Because … Continue reading
On March 4, a California state trial court ordered the Secretary of State to put William Scott on the June 2026 ballot as a candidate for U.S. House, 26th district. Scott v Weber, Sacramento Superior Court, 26WM000040. Scott is a … Continue reading
