RFK Jr. Lawsuit Prompts Utah to Adjust ‘Unconstitutional’ Ballot Access Deadline

Utah Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson announced that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. would have until March 5, 2024, to submit 1,000 signatures from qualified voters.

Presidential Candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. makes a campaign announcement at a press conference in Philadelphia on Oct. 9, 2023. Jessica Kourkounis/Getty Images

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s quest to qualify for the ballots of all 50 states and the District of Columbia received a boost on Dec. 7 when Utah Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson announced she would extend the deadline for independent presidential candidates to gain ballot access to March 5, 2024.

Mr. Kennedy filed a lawsuit against Utah officials on Dec. 4 citing an “unconstitutional early filing deadline” that prevents ballot access for independent presidential candidates.