North Carolina Keeps RFK Jr. on Ballot Amid Controversy

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s attempt to withdraw from the ballot in North Carolina has been blocked, with election officials stating it is too late to remove his name due to the printing of nearly 1.73 million ballots. This decision comes as Kennedy, who recently endorsed Donald Trump after suspending his campaign, seeks to divert votes from Vice President Kamala Harris in battleground states. Polls indicate that Harris is favored to win in key states like Georgia, Nevada, and Arizona, while Kennedy's presence on the ballot could potentially aid her chances. Trump's campaign is highlighting Kennedy's endorsement to showcase broad support beyond his Republican base, countering Harris's appeal to anti-Trump Republicans. The ongoing situation illustrates the complexities of electoral strategies as both candidates navigate the shifting political landscape ahead of the general election. As election laws hinder Kennedy's withdrawal in states like Michigan and Wisconsin, his impact on the race remains uncertain.