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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was once dismissed as a fringe figure in the 2024 presidential race. But this week, as he announces an independent run for the White House, he’s striking fear within both the Democratic and Republican parties.
Rebecca Davis O’Brien, who covers campaign finance for The Times, explains why.
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Rebecca Davis O’Brien, a reporter covering campaign finance and money in U.S. elections for The New York Times.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told supporters he would end his campaign as a Democratic candidate and run as an independent, potentially upsetting the dynamics of the 2024 election.
From July, five noteworthy falsehoods Mr. Kennedy has promoted.
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