Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is working to have his name removed from the ballot in Pennsylvania and nine other key battleground states while also suspending his campaign activities. Kennedy has endorsed former President Donald Trump.
Kennedy’s legal team filed a request in a Pennsylvania court to withdraw his candidacy from the state’s ballot. The filing indicated that Kennedy intended to support Trump in the upcoming election, a decision he formalized in a speech later that afternoon.
Kennedy’s strategy focuses on removing his name from the ballot in swing states to avoid splitting the vote in a way that could benefit the Democratic candidate. He plans to remain on the ballot in solidly red and blue states, where his presence is less likely to influence the overall outcome of the election.
Kennedy’s decision to exit the race in battleground states comes as the 2024 presidential race heats up, with both major parties vying for crucial electoral votes in these key regions. His endorsement of Trump is likely to further polarize voters and could have significant implications for the broader election landscape.