RFK Jr. Sues Maine Over Signature Collection Ban at Polls

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign challenges Maine's prohibition on collecting presidential nomination signatures at polling stations, alleging constitutional rights violations.

• RFK Jr.'s campaign files a lawsuit against Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, claiming the ban on collecting signatures at polls violates the 14th Amendment.
• The ban, intended to prevent undue influence on voters, applies to all presidential candidates during the primary election.
• Kennedy's campaign argues the prohibition is a partisan move, unfairly restricting their ballot access efforts.
• State law prohibits political activities within 250 feet of polling places to avoid influencing voters' decisions.
• The lawsuit seeks judicial intervention to allow signature collection at polling sites, highlighting broader concerns about electoral fairness.

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