Court removes Libertarian candidate from NJ-7 ballot after deputy attorney general declines to back constitutional claim

Key points

• Lana Leguía, the Libertarian candidate for NJ-7 Congress, has been removed from the ballot by court order
• The state's deputy attorney general declined to back a constitutional claim that may have supported her candidacy
• Steven Gleeson's unwillingness to confirm constitutional advice was a key factor in the court's decision
• The ruling affects the competitive race for New Jersey's 7th Congressional District

FAQ

Why was Lana Leguía removed from the NJ-7 ballot?

The court ruled to remove her after the deputy attorney general declined to support a constitutional claim related to her candidacy. The state's refusal to back the legal argument proved decisive in the judge's decision to toss her from the ballot.

What role did Steven Gleeson play in this case?

Steven Gleeson, the deputy attorney general, declined to confirm that Dale Caldwell had relied on constitutional advice. His failure to back the constitutional claim was a critical factor that led to the court removing the candidate from the ballot.

Which congressional race does this affect?

This ruling affects the race for New Jersey's 7th Congressional District (NJ-7), a competitive seat in the state's congressional delegation.