Supreme Court upholds Trump’s presence on 2024 ballots
The Supreme Court Keeps Donald Trump on Presidential Primary Ballots
The Supreme Court made a significant ruling on Monday, just one day before the largest primary election of the 2024 cycle. In the case of Trump v. Anderson, the Court overturned the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision to remove former President Donald Trump from the state’s primary ballot. The Colorado court had cited Trump’s actions on January 6, 2021, as a violation of the 14th Amendment. This ruling not only allowed Trump to remain on the ballot but also halted similar decisions in other states.
“Because the Constitution makes Congress, rather than the States, responsible for enforcing Section 3 against federal officeholders and candidates, we reverse.”
A group of voters in Colorado had argued that Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, which aims to prevent former officeholders who engaged in insurrection from running for office, should apply to Trump. They pointed to his statements on January 6th, where he urged his supporters to “fight like hell” and called on Vice President Mike Pence to delay the certification of President Joe Biden’s victory. Despite the Court’s majority being Republican-appointed, it was clear during oral arguments that each justice expressed concerns about the potential consequences of allowing the Colorado court’s decision to stand.
Trump also faced similar challenges in Maine and Illinois, where he was removed from the ballot. However, the Supreme Court’s decision in Trump v. Anderson is a major victory for him, as he continues to dominate the Republican primary field. His only major opponent, former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, is trailing behind.
Upcoming Trials and Legal Battles
In addition to his political battles, Trump is also facing multiple criminal indictments. He was initially scheduled to go to trial in Washington, D.C. on charges related to his alleged attempts to subvert the 2020 election results. However, the trial has been postponed due to Trump’s presidential immunity motions, which have been unsuccessful in lower courts. The Supreme Court has agreed to hear arguments on the issue of Trump’s immunity from criminal prosecution, which could further delay his trials.
Meanwhile, Trump is also preparing for a trial in New York, where he faces charges related to a “hush money” payment made to an adult film star before the 2016 election. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges across the four criminal indictments he is facing.
Despite these legal challenges, Trump remains a formidable force in the Republican primary and continues to rally his supporters.
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