Court Rulings Split on Kennedy Ballot Status

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced conflicting court rulings regarding his presidential ballot status after endorsing Donald Trump and suspending his campaign. The Michigan Supreme Court ruled that Kennedy's name must remain on the ballot, reversing a lower court's decision, citing that he did not demonstrate sufficient grounds for removal despite his withdrawal. This ruling is significant in a battleground state where his presence on the ballot could potentially siphon votes from Trump. Conversely, North Carolina's Supreme Court ruled 4-3 to remove Kennedy from the ballot, citing logistical challenges in distributing ballots already printed with his name. This decision will require a costly reprint of over 2.9 million ballots, impacting absentee voting as well. The divergent rulings underscore the complexities of election laws and the implications for the upcoming presidential race.