Cornel West Barred from Pennsylvania Ballot in 2024 Presidential Race

A federal judge ruled against Cornel West's inclusion on the Pennsylvania ballot, citing the proximity to Election Day as a key factor.

U.S. District Judge J. Nicholas Ranjan expressed concerns over the Pennsylvania election code's restrictions on third-party candidates like Cornel West.
The judge acknowledged that the laws might infringe on constitutional rights but stated it was too late to modify ballots without causing voter confusion.
Cornel West's legal team, which includes lawyers with Republican ties, plans to appeal the decision immediately.
West's removal from the ballot is expected to impact Democratic nominee Kamala Harris more than Republican candidate Donald Trump.
The lawsuit filed by West and his supporters challenges the requirement for presidential electors to file candidate affidavits, arguing it violates constitutional rights.