Cornel West Secures Spot on Michigan Presidential Ballot After Court Ruling

Judge rules in favor of West, overturning state's disqualification due to affidavit issues

Michigan Court of Claims Judge James Redford ruled that Cornel West met the signature requirements to be on the ballot.
The court found that the state misapplied the law when disqualifying West over technical affidavit problems.
West's campaign celebrated the decision as a victory for democratic process and voter rights.
An appeal has been filed against the ruling by the Michigan Democratic Party and a local voter.
West's presence on the ballot could influence the tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump in Michigan.