Alyssa Farah Griffin, co-host of "The View," expressed concern that if Donald Trump were to win the presidency in 2024, he might use recent precedents set by states like Colorado and Maine, which have removed him from primary ballots, to disqualify Democratic candidates. She fears that Trump could claim Democrats are a threat to democracy and, with the help of loyal officials he might appoint, could manipulate the law to remove them from ballots. This discussion reflects the broader anxiety about the potential for election laws to be used for partisan purposes.
New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu criticized the removal of Donald Trump from the 2024 primary ballots in Maine and Colorado, suggesting it would bolster Trump's narrative of being a victim. Trump's legal team plans to appeal the decisions, which are based on the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause. Sununu, who supports Nikki Haley for the Republican nomination, believes Trump should be on the ballot in all states to allow for a fair contest. He also downplayed Haley's recent misstep regarding the Civil War and dismissed attacks from GOP rival Chris Christie as a sign of Haley's growing prominence in the race.
Donald Trump is preparing to legally contest the decisions made by Maine and Colorado to remove his name from their primary ballots, arguing that the states' interpretations of the 14th Amendment—which aims to prevent those who have engaged in insurrection from holding office—are incorrect. The legal battle raises questions about states' rights to interpret constitutional matters and the role of the judiciary versus the electorate in deciding election outcomes. Trump's team anticipates that the conservative-leaning Supreme Court may eventually hear the case, while critics argue that voters should determine election results, not state officials or courts. The situation is creating a complex mix of legal, constitutional, and political tensions as Trump continues to face various legal challenges related to his actions surrounding the January 6 Capitol riot.
