RFK Jr. Banned from New York Ballot: Judge Rules He's Not a Resident

RFK Jr. Denied Spot on New York Ballot: Judge Rules He's Not a Resident

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the independent presidential candidate, has been dealt a major blow in his bid for the White House. A judge has ruled that he falsely claimed a New York residence on nominating petitions, invalidating the documents he needs to appear on the ballot in the state.

The ruling came after a short trial in state court, where Kennedy argued that he has lifelong ties to New York and intends to move back. However, the lawsuit, backed by a Democrat-aligned political action committee, presented evidence that Kennedy has actually lived in the Los Angeles area since 2014.

This decision is likely to be appealed, but if upheld, it could open the door to challenges in other states where Kennedy used the same New York address to gather signatures.

The case highlights the importance of residency requirements for candidates running for office and raises questions about the legitimacy of Kennedy's campaign strategy. It remains to be seen how this decision will impact Kennedy's overall presidential bid.