"New Jersey Attorney General Deems County Line Ballot Design Unconstitutional"

New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin's office has declared the state's unique primary ballot design unconstitutional and will not defend it in court, following a lawsuit filed by Rep. Andy Kim. The ballot design, which favors candidates endorsed by party leaders, has been criticized for manipulating voters and creating an electoral advantage for certain candidates. The decision could level the playing field for candidates running against party-favored contenders, potentially reshaping the state's political landscape.