Federal Judge Rules Against New Jersey's Ballot Design, Victory for Andy Kim

A federal judge granted New Jersey Democratic Rep. Andy Kim's request for a new ballot design, ruling in favor of an "office-block" style over the state's "county line" system, which grouped candidates endorsed by county parties together. The decision is seen as a blow to the Democratic Party machine in New Jersey, where county party chairs hold significant power. The ruling could impact the upcoming June 4 primary, and if upheld, it would represent a victory for a fairer and more democratic political process in the state.