Judge allows McCarthy-endorsed Vince Fong to vie for ex-speaker’s CA seat
Sacramento Judge Rules in Favor of GOP Assemblyman Vince Fong’s Ballot Eligibility
A Sacramento Superior Court judge made a significant ruling on Thursday, allowing California GOP Assemblyman Vince Fong to be included on the ballot for California’s 20th Congressional District. Fong, who has the backing of Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) to fill the former speaker’s House seat, initially hesitated to run after the retirement announcement. However, with McCarthy’s endorsement, Fong decided to enter the race. This decision raised concerns about his eligibility since he had also filed for reelection to the Assembly.
Legal Battle and Overturned Decision
Fong took legal action against the secretary of state’s decision, arguing against the interpretation of the California election code. Two weeks ago, California Secretary of State Shirley Weber upheld the code, stating that a candidate cannot appear on the ballot for two separate offices and cannot withdraw from running for reelection after the filing deadline. However, Sacramento County Superior Court Judge Shelleyanne W.L. Chang overturned this decision, ruling that the election code only applies to independent nominations.
Concerns and Interpretation
In her order, Judge Chang expressed concerns about potential voter confusion and disenfranchisement if Fong were to be elected for both offices but not retain one. She acknowledged that it may seem illogical for a candidate to run for two offices simultaneously, but she emphasized that the language of Elections Code Section 8003 does not apply to Fong. Chang stated that the court is obligated to interpret the law as written by the Legislature and concluded that Fong’s petition was wrongly rejected based on the statute.
Overall, this ruling has significant implications for Fong’s candidacy and the upcoming election in California’s 20th Congressional District.
Click here to read more from The Washington Examiner.
How did Sacramento County Superior Court Judge Shelleyanne W.L. Chang interpret the California election code in relation to Fong’s petition
Sacramento Judge Rules in Favor of GOP Assemblyman Vince Fong’s Ballot Eligibility
A Sacramento Superior Court judge made a significant ruling on Thursday, allowing California GOP Assemblyman Vince Fong to be included on the ballot for California’s 20th Congressional District. Fong, who has the backing of Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) to fill the former speaker’s House seat, initially hesitated to run after the retirement announcement. However, with McCarthy’s endorsement, Fong decided to enter the race. This decision raised concerns about his eligibility since he had also filed for reelection to the Assembly.
Legal Battle and Overturned Decision
Fong took legal action against the secretary of state’s decision, arguing against the interpretation of the California election code. Two weeks ago, California Secretary of State Shirley Weber upheld the code, stating that a candidate cannot appear on the ballot for two separate offices and cannot withdraw from running for reelection after the filing deadline. However, Sacramento County Superior Court Judge Shelleyanne W.L. Chang overturned this decision, ruling that the election code only applies to independent nominations.
Concerns and Interpretation
In her order, Judge Chang expressed concerns about potential voter confusion and disenfranchisement if Fong were to be elected for both offices but not retain one. She acknowledged that it may seem illogical for a candidate to run for two offices simultaneously, but she emphasized that the language of Elections Code Section 8003 does not apply to Fong. Chang stated that the court is obligated to interpret the law as written by the Legislature and concluded that Fong’s petition was wrongly rejected based on the statute.
Overall, this ruling has significant implications for Fong’s candidacy and the upcoming election in California’s 20th Congressional District.
Click here to read more from The Washington Examiner.
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