Despite formally endorsing Donald Trump for President last week, Wisconsin has decided to keep RFK Jr on the ballot.
The complexities of U.S. electoral laws are keeping Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.) in the race alongside Donald Trump.
The Wisconsin Elections Commission has chosen to keep RFK Jr.’s name on the state ballot, a surprising development in the presidential race.
RFK Jr. Still on the Ballot, Not a Threat to Trump
After an extensive proceeding last week, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. decided to end his campaign and endorse Trump.
While many viewed this as a significant boost for Trump, the Wisconsin Elections Commission saw it differently.
The commission members voted 5-to-1 to keep Kennedy on the ballot.
According to state law, once candidates have filed to run, their names cannot be removed.
This presents a setback for the Republican candidate, as RFK Jr. cannot fully support him in Wisconsin.
The state, which played a pivotal role as a swing state in the 2020 election, is crucial for the upcoming election as well.
RFK Jr., who is known for his pro-Bitcoin stance, has not yet commented on this recent development, leaving it unclear whether he will take any action against Trump as the election approaches.
An appeal against the Wisconsin Elections Commission’s decision also failed, ending in a 3-3 tie.
The Kennedy campaign team has stated, according to Spectrum News 1, that his supporters might continue backing him in states where he can’t influence outcomes.
His endorsement of the former president has sparked significant criticism, but key figures in the crypto community, like Charles Hoskinson, have shifted their support to Trump following RFK Jr.’s endorsement.
The Momentum Around Trump Grows
As the favorite to win the upcoming election, according to Polymarket’s current poll readings, the enthusiasm around Trump’s campaign has not diminished since RFK Jr. withdrew.
As previously reported, Trump recently released his Series 4 NFT Collection ahead of the next election.
Additionally, the upcoming electoral debates remain a priority for both Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris.
While RFK Jr.’s withdrawal from the presidential race means he is no longer in contention, many are left wondering if his decision will ultimately be beneficial.
