Kennedy Campaign Reaches Electoral Milestone As Biden Faces Accusations Of Unfair Treatment
In a significant development for the 2024 presidential race, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign announced that the independent candidate has submitted the necessary signatures to gain ballot access in states totaling more than 270 electoral votes. This milestone comes amidst growing concerns that the Biden administration is actively working to undermine Kennedy’s campaign by denying him Secret Service protection and excluding him from the upcoming presidential debates.
Despite meeting the electoral vote threshold, Kennedy continues to face obstacles in his bid for the White House. The Biden administration has repeatedly denied his requests for Secret Service protection, even as the candidate faces increasing security risks due to his family history and recent incidents at campaign events. This refusal to provide adequate protection raises questions about the fairness and impartiality of the process, with some suggesting that the administration is deliberately targeting Kennedy to hinder his campaign.
Furthermore, Kennedy’s exclusion from the upcoming presidential debates has drawn criticism from both his supporters and surprising allies, such as former President Donald Trump. Trump recently expressed his desire to have Kennedy participate in the debates, stating that he believes it would be “good” to include the independent candidate. However, CNN’s polling criteria, which require candidates to achieve 15% support in four national polls, have thus far prevented Kennedy from qualifying for the debate stage.
Kennedy’s campaign has accused the Biden and Trump camps of “colluding” to keep him out of the debates, arguing that the established criteria unfairly favor the two major-party candidates. By denying Kennedy the opportunity to present his case to the American people on a national stage, “our democracy” is undermined, and voters are left without the chance to make a fully informed decision about their choices in the upcoming election.
As Kennedy’s campaign continues to gain momentum, with ballot access secured in several key states and a growing base of support, the Biden administration’s actions appear increasingly suspect. The denial of Secret Service protection and the exclusion from the debates suggest a concerted effort to suppress the voice of a viable third-party candidate who poses a threat to the status quo.
It is crucial that all candidates, regardless of their party affiliation, are treated fairly and given equal opportunities to engage with the American people. By denying Kennedy the protection and platform he deserves, the Biden administration is not only jeopardizing the candidate’s safety but also undermining the fundamental principles of “our democracy” and the integrity of the electoral process.
As the 2024 campaign enters its critical stages, it is time for the Biden administration to address these concerns and ensure that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is afforded the same rights and protections as his major-party rivals. Only then can the American people truly have a choice in the upcoming election and faith in the fairness of the democratic process.
