A federal judge in Trenton is expected to rule soon on a lawsuit challenging the influence of New Jersey's political machine over party primaries. The lawsuit, brought by Democratic Senate candidate Andy Kim, seeks to eliminate the party line system that allows county leaders to give preferential placement to their endorsed candidates.
The battle for transparency and election fairness in New Jersey has a long history, dating back over a century. The current lawsuit is part of a broader movement that gained momentum after the election of Donald Trump in 2016, which triggered a grassroots revolt against entrenched political systems.
