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politicslegal2 years ago

"Supreme Court to Rule on Trump's Eligibility for 2024 Ballot Inclusion"

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to decide if former President Donald Trump can be barred from the 2024 presidential ballot under the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause, following his role in the events leading to the January 6 Capitol attack. The court will expedite the process with arguments set for February 8, aiming for a decision potentially before Super Tuesday. This case marks the first time the 14th Amendment has been invoked to challenge a presidential candidate's eligibility and could have significant implications for Trump's political future and the upcoming presidential election.

via The Associated Press|
##14thamendment#2024election
legalpolitics2 years ago

"Voters Challenge Trump's Eligibility for 2024 Ballot in Illinois and Massachusetts"

A civil rights group and a local attorney in Massachusetts have filed a legal challenge to remove former President Donald Trump from the state's presidential ballot, citing his alleged involvement in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack as a violation of the Constitution's insurrection clause. This follows similar decisions by the Colorado Supreme Court and Maine Secretary of State to disqualify Trump from their ballots. The Massachusetts Republican Party opposes the move, and Trump's campaign denies any involvement in an insurrection. Secretary of the Commonwealth William Galvin mentioned the possibility of Trump running as a write-in candidate and emphasized the importance of participating in democracy. The case awaits a decisive decision from the U.S. Supreme Court regarding Trump's eligibility.

via CBS Boston|
##electionlaw#insurrectionclause
politicslegal2 years ago

"Trump Lawyer Claims Kavanaugh's Loyalty Could Sway Ballot Case Outcomes"

Donald Trump's lawyer, Alina Habba, has suggested that Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh will likely rule in Trump's favor regarding the Colorado Supreme Court's decision to ban him from the state's presidential ballot, citing his violation of the Constitution's insurrection clause. Habba's comments have sparked criticism for implying Kavanaugh's potential bias due to Trump's support during his confirmation, despite her assertion that the justices will act based on law and fairness. The conservative majority on the Supreme Court, including three Trump appointees, is expected to review the case.

via Newsweek|
##brettkavanaugh#coloradoballot
politics2 years ago

"Voters in Illinois and Massachusetts Campaign to Disqualify Trump from 2024 Ballot"

In Massachusetts, a group of voters backed by the advocacy group "Free Speech For People" and a civil rights firm have filed an objection to prevent former President Donald Trump from appearing on the 2024 Republican primary and general election ballots. They cite the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause, referencing Trump's alleged role in the January 6 Capitol attack. Similar actions have been taken in Maine and Colorado, and the issue may be addressed by the U.S. Supreme Court. Massachusetts Secretary of State William Galvin and the MassGOP have expressed concerns about setting a precedent that undermines the democratic process.

via WCVB Boston|
##14thamendment#electionlaw
politics2 years ago

"Illinois and Massachusetts Voters Challenge Trump's Eligibility for 2024 Ballot"

In Illinois, a group of voters has petitioned to disqualify Donald Trump from the Republican primary ballot, citing the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause. This move follows similar actions in Colorado and Maine, where Trump has been banned from primary ballots and is currently appealing those decisions. The Illinois State Board of Elections has not yet scheduled a hearing for the petition. The efforts are part of a broader push by the advocacy group Free Speech for People to prevent Trump from holding office due to his alleged involvement in the January 6 Capitol attack.

via The Guardian US|
##14thamendment#election2024
politics2 years ago

"Illinois Group Invokes 14th Amendment in Bid to Disqualify Trump from 2024 Ballot"

An Illinois group, Free Speech for People, has filed an objection to remove former President Donald Trump from the state's 2024 presidential ballot, citing a violation of the Constitution's insurrection clause due to his actions related to the January 6th Capitol insurrection. Trump has already been removed from ballots in Colorado and Maine and has appealed those decisions to the U.S. Supreme Court. The Illinois Republican Party has stated its neutrality and criticized the move as an attempt to undermine democracy and limit voters' rights.

via WLS-TV|
##2024election#donaldtrump
politicslaw2 years ago

"Supreme Court Faces Critical Decision on Trump's Ballot Access Amid Rising Election Tensions"

The U.S. Supreme Court is faced with a significant decision regarding former President Donald Trump's eligibility to appear on the Colorado ballot, following a state court ruling that he disqualified himself due to his involvement in the January 6 Capitol riot. The case hinges on a Reconstruction-era provision of the 14th Amendment concerning insurrection. Legal experts anticipate the Court will seek a narrow ruling to avoid political backlash, with potential "off ramps" including the need for an enabling law by Congress or the inapplicability of the insurrection clause to former presidents. The Court is under pressure to expedite its decision due to the upcoming primary elections and the numerous similar lawsuits pending across the country.

via USA TODAY|
##14thamendment#election2023
politicslegal2 years ago

"Trump Seeks Supreme Court Intervention in Colorado Ballot Disqualification"

Donald Trump has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to allow his name to remain on primary ballots, challenging a Colorado Supreme Court ruling that deemed him ineligible due to alleged insurrection. The Colorado court's decision was based on a post-Civil War constitutional provision barring insurrectionists from office. Trump's legal team argues that this disenfranchises voters and that states lack the authority to enforce this provision. The Supreme Court's decision on this matter could significantly influence the 2024 presidential election and the interpretation of the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause.

via The Washington Post|
##coloradoballot#donaldtrump
politicslegal2 years ago

"Trump Appeals to Supreme Court Over Colorado Ballot Exclusion Amid 2024 Election Turmoil"

Former President Donald Trump has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a Colorado Supreme Court ruling that prevents him from being on the state's ballot, citing his alleged role in the January 6 Capitol attack. This case invokes the 14th Amendment's rarely used insurrection clause and could set a significant legal precedent. Trump's appeal coincides with similar challenges in other states and raises constitutional questions about the definition of insurrection, the application of the 14th Amendment to a president, and the balance between state and federal powers in determining candidate eligibility. The outcome could influence Trump's ability to run for office in future elections.

via The Associated Press|
##14thamendment#coloradoruling
politicslegal2 years ago

"Trump Escalates Colorado Ballot Fight to Supreme Court"

Former President Donald Trump has taken his disqualification from Colorado's Republican primary ballot to the U.S. Supreme Court. The Colorado Supreme Court ruled that Trump was ineligible under the Fourteenth Amendment's disqualification clause due to his involvement in the January 6 insurrection. Trump's legal team argues that the presidency is not covered by this provision and that Congress, not the judiciary, has the authority to determine presidential eligibility. The case presents a significant constitutional question as the 2024 election approaches, with Trump's eligibility for office being contested in multiple states.

via Reuters.com|
##2024election#coloradoprimary
politics2 years ago

"Trump Seeks Supreme Court Intervention in Colorado Primary Ballot Dispute"

Former President Donald Trump has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a Colorado Supreme Court ruling that disqualified him from the presidential ballot under the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause, related to his actions during the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack. Trump's legal team argues that the question of eligibility should be decided by Congress, not state courts, and that the presidency is not explicitly included in the positions barred by the clause. The case presents significant constitutional questions and could have major implications for the 2024 presidential election. The Supreme Court's decision to take up the case could be pivotal, reminiscent of its role in Bush v. Gore.

via CBS News|
##14thamendment#election2024
politicslegal2 years ago

Trump Appeals to Supreme Court Over Colorado Ballot Exclusion

Former President Donald Trump's legal team has appealed to the US Supreme Court to overturn a Colorado Supreme Court ruling that disqualifies him from the state's 2024 Republican primary ballot, citing his alleged involvement in an insurrection. The Colorado court's decision is based on the 14th Amendment's Insurrection Clause, but Trump's attorneys argue that the question of eligibility should be reserved for Congress and that the state court overstepped its authority. The Colorado Supreme Court has stayed its ruling pending the appeal, and the case has implications for Trump's eligibility in other states as well.

via New York Post |
##coloradoprimary#electionlaw
politicslegal2 years ago

"Trump Fights Ballot Exclusions Amid GOP Tensions and Voter ID Controversy"

Former President Donald Trump is appealing decisions in Maine and Colorado that seek to remove him from the primary ballots due to his alleged involvement in the January 6 insurrection, invoking the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause. Maine's Secretary of State has already ruled against Trump, and he is expected to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court after the state's legal process. Colorado's decision is also pending a potential Supreme Court review. These cases could lead to the first Supreme Court ruling on the application of the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause to a presidential candidate.

via Yahoo News|
##14thamendment#election2024
politicslaw2 years ago

"Supreme Court Grapples with Trump's Ballot Eligibility Amid Rising Tensions"

The Colorado Supreme Court ruled that former President Donald Trump must be removed from the 2024 ballot due to his actions surrounding the 2020 election and the January 6 riot, invoking the 14th Amendment's Insurrection Clause. This decision is now before the US Supreme Court, with arguments focusing on the interpretation of "insurrection" and whether Trump's actions meet this threshold. The Colorado GOP presents several arguments for keeping Trump on the ballot, including a due process claim that suggests the decision should be delayed until after a criminal trial. However, other arguments by the GOP are considered weak, such as the claim that the president is not an "officer of the United States" as per the 14th Amendment. The case raises significant constitutional questions and the potential for a landmark Supreme Court decision on the eligibility of candidates who have engaged in insurrection.

via Vox.com|
##14thamendment#election2024
politicslegal2 years ago

"Trump Challenges Maine Ballot Exclusion and Sparks Political Party Debate"

Former President Donald Trump has appealed a decision by Maine's Secretary of State Shenna Bellows that bars him from the state's 2024 primary ballot, citing his alleged involvement in the January 6 Capitol attack. The appeal challenges Bellows' use of Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, which prohibits individuals who have engaged in insurrection from holding office. Trump's legal team argues that the provision does not apply to the presidency and that Bellows demonstrated bias. The case, which is part of a series of legal challenges Trump faces in various states, is now being appealed to a Maine Superior Court, with potential implications for the 2024 presidential election.

via The Associated Press|
##14thamendment#electionlaw