A federal judge on Friday overturned New Jersey’s county organizational line for the upcoming primary, a move that could have major implications for elections in the state.
U.S. District Judge Zahid N. Quraishi granted a request for a preliminary injunction from Democratic Rep. Andy Kim, who is running for Senate, to overhaul the state’s ballot design. The line has long given preferential ballot placement to candidates backed by powerful county organizations, making it difficult to oust incumbent lawmakers.
In his opinion, Quraishi said he recognized “the magnitude” of the decision.
