Supreme Court to Decide on Green Party Ballot in Nevada
- The Green Party was removed from Nevada's ballot for not verifying registered voters as required by state law.
- The party is appealing to the US Supreme Court, arguing that their constitutional rights were violated due to following incorrect instructions from a state employee.
- Procedural obstacles and timing issues may prevent the Green Party from being reinstated on the ballot before the election.
The Green Party was removed from Nevada's ballot after failing to comply with state law requiring verification of registered voters for petition signatures. The Nevada Supreme Court upheld this decision, prompting the Green Party to appeal to the US Supreme Court, claiming their constitutional rights were violated due to following misleading instructions from a state employee. The case has drawn attention from Republican lawyers, indicating a desire to reinstate the party in a crucial swing state. However, procedural challenges may hinder the Green Party's efforts, as the Supreme Court's involvement so close to the election deadline could complicate Nevada's ability to meet federal requirements, particularly for military ballots. The Green Party's delay in filing their case after the state court's ruling raises further questions about the feasibility of their request. While the misleading instructions from the state employee are concerning, the overall legal landscape suggests that the Supreme Court may not favor the Green Party's claims, given the existing precedents and the procedural issues at play.