Boris Nadezhdin Leaves Russia After Being Barred from Duma Elections

He was previously designated as a "foreign agent," faced charges related to extremist symbols, and was barred from participating in the elections. Nadezhdin stated that it has become unsafe to remain in the country, but he has not yet announced a permanent emigration.

This news relates to the question, "Will United Russia maintain its constitutional majority in the Duma?" The removal of yet another prominent opposition candidate reduces competition and benefits the ruling party.