Previously, the options for removing a candidate from the ballot after receiving a designation were limited. Benjamin resigned from his post nearly three weeks ago after being arrested on multiple corruption charges stemming from campaign finance violations. Kathy Hochul signed the legislation Monday night, marking a major change to state election law that enables the Democratic governor to untether herself from a running mate currently under federal indictment.
Brian Benjamin to be removed from the ballot ahead of the upcoming June primary election. Lawmakers approved legislation Monday that will allow former Lt.
