"Supreme Court's Role in Trump Ballot Battle and Post-Election Chaos"
Legal experts warn that if the Supreme Court takes the easy way out and rules that it's up to Congress, not states, to enforce the insurrection ban included in the 14th Amendment, it could lead to post-election chaos if Trump wins. The court's decision could prompt a fight over whether Congress must enforce the ban, potentially causing a "catastrophic constitutional crisis" and "political instability." The case challenges Trump's eligibility for a second term and is separate from his claim of immunity from criminal prosecution. If the court avoids resolving fundamental questions about Trump's role in the Capitol attack, it could lead to a contentious political fight over his eligibility, potentially involving Congress and the Supreme Court.
