Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Abandons Plan to Seek Votes in Uncompetitive States

Democratic Senate candidate drops out of primary races in three states

Kennedy cites lack of competitiveness as reason for withdrawal

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a prominent environmental activist and son of the late U.S. Senator Robert F. Kennedy, has announced that he is withdrawing from the Democratic primary races in three states: California, New York, and New Jersey.

Kennedy made the announcement in a statement released on his campaign website, saying that he had decided to drop out of the races after careful consideration of the current political landscape.

Kennedy cited the lack of competitiveness in these states as the primary reason for his decision. In all three states, Kennedy was facing well-funded and well-established candidates who had the support of the Democratic Party establishment.

Kennedy's withdrawal from the races is a significant development in the Democratic primary campaign. Kennedy was seen as a potential spoiler candidate who could draw votes away from the Democratic frontrunners, particularly in New York, where he has a strong base of support.

Kennedy's decision to drop out of the races is likely to benefit the Democratic frontrunners in each state.

• In California, frontrunner Dianne Feinstein will now face less competition for the Democratic nomination.
• In New York, frontrunner Kirsten Gillibrand will now face less competition for the Democratic nomination.
• In New Jersey, frontrunner Cory Booker will now face less competition for the Democratic nomination.

Kennedy's withdrawal from the races is also a setback for the progressive wing of the Democratic Party. Kennedy was one of the few progressive candidates running in a major statewide race this year.

Despite his withdrawal from the races, Kennedy said that he would continue to be involved in politics and would continue to fight for the causes he believes in.