"California Lawmakers Seek to Remove Trump from Ballot"

Nine California lawmakers, all Democrats, have asked the state's attorney general to seek a court opinion on whether former President Donald Trump should be excluded from Republican primary ballots under the 14th Amendment. The lawmakers argue that Trump's actions before and during the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, disqualify him from holding office. They believe that seeking a court opinion is a more expedient and constitutionally sound approach compared to unilateral action by secretaries of state. The outcome of the court ruling, if pursued, would likely be appealed and potentially reach the Supreme Court.