Robert F. Kennedy Jr., formerly an independent candidate, has been campaigning alongside Donald Trump, urging supporters not to vote for him as he aims to boost Trump’s chances in swing states. In Michigan and Wisconsin, however, Kennedy remains on the ballot, potentially diverting votes from Trump in these critical regions. Kennedy recently appealed to the Supreme Court to remove his name from Wisconsin ballots after officials there denied his request, as only a candidate’s death qualifies for ballot removal under state law.
Adrienne Watson, an adviser to the Democratic National Committee, noted that “in states like Michigan and Wisconsin, where state law doesn’t allow candidates to withdraw from the ballot, he will likely be taking more votes from Trump than [Harris].” Meanwhile, Kennedy has focused on removing himself from ballots in swing states like Arizona, Georgia, North Carolina, and Nevada.
Polling shows a tight race in Wisconsin, with Trump holding a narrow 0.4-point lead. Kennedy’s presence could impact the final tally, despite doubts about the significance of his potential “spoiler” role in the Midwest. Democrats are also monitoring third-party candidates Jill Stein, Cornel West, and Chase Oliver, as their campaigns could influence Vice President Harris’s standing in Michigan.
Kennedy’s strategy to withdraw selectively from ballots suggests he recognizes the influence his campaign might have on Trump’s voter base, particularly in battleground states.
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