Illinois Supreme Court Blocks Law Banning Candidate Slating

The court's deadlock upholds a lower court ruling that the law is unconstitutional, impacting the upcoming election.

The law prevented candidates who didn't run in the primary from appearing on the general election ballot.
Passed by the Democratic supermajority, the law aimed to stop long-standing slating practices.
Two justices recused themselves, leading to a deadlock and dismissal of the state's appeal.
Republicans argued the law reduced voter choice and was a partisan move by Democrats.
The ruling means the Illinois State Board of Elections will continue to accept petition signatures for candidates.