Independent Governor Challenges Ballot Rules

Independent Governor Challenges Ballot Rules

Author: The Daily News Now! June 7, 2026 Duration: 1:20
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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.

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