Wisconsin Supreme Court says Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s name will remain on swing state's ballot

The Wisconsin Supreme Court unanimously ruled that Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s name will remain on the presidential ballot, establishing that candidates can only be removed if they die.

Kennedy's argument highlighted a disparity in state laws, stating that independent candidates face stricter deadlines for withdrawal than those of the major parties, which impacts their candidacy.

Dane County Circuit Judge Stephen Ehlke remarked that state law mandates once nomination papers are filed, candidates remain on the ballot unless they die, reinforcing the legality of this ruling.

While discussing ballot removal processes, Judge Ehlke dismissed the proposition of covering Kennedy's name with stickers, emphasizing that this would diminish the integrity of the electoral process.

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