Independent Governor Challenges Ballot Rules

An independent gubernatorial candidate in New Mexico, Ken Miyagishima, is suing the Secretary of State over allegedly unfair ballot-access rules, claiming the 14,000-signature requirement is a crushing burden compared to major parties. Despite being a former mayor and self-representing—because lawyers reportedly wouldn’t take the case—he’s only gathered half the needed signatures. With independent voters now making up 26% of the electorate, this legal battle could reshape how New Mexico handles third-party candidates, even though past similar lawsuits have failed. No court date has been set yet, but the case, assigned to a Santa Fe judge, could be pivotal for ballot access reform. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a6c24d978ac868e7