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temporary311

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1. They of course could.

Reply to Chasstev365 (Original post)

Wed May 20, 2026, 02:12 AM

May 20

Might have to go to court, though, as at least one of those states have "sore loser" laws. I'm pretty sure those laws are unconstitutional, at least for federal office, but it hasn't been adjudicated yet as far as I'm aware.

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Could Cassidy LA and Massie KY run as independents or write in candidates? [View all] Chasstev365 May 20 OP

They of course could. temporary311 May 20 #1

Cassidy wont. But I could see Massie doing it. SSJVegeta May 20 #2

KY enacted a sore loser stature in 2020. Massie can't run for Rep in November for any other party. CincyDem May 20 #4

Sure, just like Jeff Flake or Bob Corker Ponietz May 20 #3