New Jersey to Overhaul Primary Ballot System Amid Legal Pressure

In a bipartisan move, state leaders commit to rethinking the century-old 'county line' ballot system, facing legal challenges for favoring party-backed candidates.

• New Jersey lawmakers, in a rare bipartisan agreement, announce plans to revise the state's primary ballot system, known for giving party-backed candidates a significant advantage.
• The 'county line' system, which places party-endorsed candidates in a prominent ballot position, has been criticized for undermining voter choice and benefiting party bosses.
• A lawsuit by Rep. Andy Kim challenges the constitutionality of the 'county line,' igniting a broader debate on the need for ballot reform.
• State leaders aim to involve public input in the redesign process, without specifying a concrete timeline for changes.
• The move comes amid a high-profile Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, highlighting the system's impact on electoral outcomes.

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