"Legal Battles Over Trump's Ballot Access: GOP Leaders, Lawyers, and Courts Clash"

Republican House and Senate leaders filed an amicus brief in support of former President Donald Trump's case against the Colorado Supreme Court for removing him from the state's 2024 ballot, arguing that the court's decision encroaches on Congress' powers and sets a dangerous precedent. More than 170 lawmakers signed the brief, asserting that the court's interpretation of the 14th Amendment could be misused against political opponents. The Colorado Supreme Court disqualified Trump from appearing on the state's ballots in 2024, citing his involvement in the January 6 Capitol riot, a decision that has sparked controversy and legal challenges.