Sarah Bedford criticizes Maine’s decision to block Trump from the ballot as counterproductive

Removing Trump from Maine’s ‌2024 ⁤Ballot: A Boost for the Former President?

The Washington Examiner’s Sarah​ Bedford believes that Maine’s decision to remove former President Donald Trump from its 2024 ballot will actually​ work in his favor​ and harm the Democrats. In an appearance on Fox Business’s Cavuto: Coast to Coast, Bedford responded to Secretary of State Shenna Bellows’ move to ‍block Trump, alleging that he violated‍ Section⁤ 3 of the 14th Amendment during the events of⁢ January ⁣6, 2021. According⁢ to Bedford, this action will only serve to make Trump more popular as a potential candidate.

“It’s happened every time he‍ faced an indictment or otherwise seemingly been targeted by Democrats and ‍the Biden administration. You know, I think it pushes voters on the fence about ⁤him or on the margins into his camp,” Bedford explained. ​”Maybe ⁣centrist voters​ or independents who thought Donald Trump ⁢was ⁣crying wolf about being the victim of witch​ hunts, they have to⁤ concede he is seemingly being targeted by all‍ these different apparatuses ⁣of the Democratic machine.”

Despite facing multiple⁤ indictments, ⁣including‍ federal charges of mishandling classified documents, Trump has maintained a significant lead in the polls for the GOP presidential nomination. He has pleaded not guilty⁤ to all 91 felony charges against him.

Bedford also expressed concern ​about the Department of Justice’s use of “novel interpretations of the​ law that have never been tried before,” which she believes⁢ could backfire and harm the Democratic party. President Joe Biden already faces three Democratic opponents ‌in the upcoming 2024 election, including Rep. Dean ​Phillips, author Marianne ⁣Williamson, and YouTube news anchor Cenk Uygur.

“Any objective ​observer could say that keeping someone‌ off the ballot ​and denying voters a choice in the name ‍of ​democracy is a self-defeating situation,” ⁤Bedford argued. “I also think that you don’t ​hear President Biden⁤ and the Democrats talking as much about democracy anymore ‌— they are focusing on describing Donald ‌Trump‌ as‌ a threat himself, how he engaged in insurrection. I don’t think that you hear a lot of rhetoric from Democrats about voting rights or the⁤ integrity of democracy and protecting it because that rhetoric would be completely ‍at odds with what we are seeing.”

Maine ‌is⁤ the second state, ​after Colorado, to block Trump from appearing⁤ on ‍its ballot, citing the 14th Amendment.

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How might this move by Maine’s Secretary of State actually work in favor of Trump’s political career?

Rd to say for certain⁤ what⁤ the‍ consequences of⁤ Maine’s decision‍ to remove former President Donald Trump from its 2024 ‍ballot will be,” begins Sarah​ ‍Bedford ⁤in ⁤her recent article for the Washington Examiner. However, she argues that this move ‌may actually work in Trump’s favor⁢ and provide a boost to his political⁢ career.

The decision‍ to remove Trump from Maine’s 2024 ballot was made by Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, who alleges that Trump violated Section 3 of the 14th Amendment during the events of January 6,​ 2021. This amendment prohibits individuals who have engaged in insurrection or‌ rebellion against the United States from holding any office. Bedford acknowledges the seriousness of these allegations but⁢ questions the timing and motives ‌behind the decision.

According ‍to Bedford, this action⁣ by‌ Maine’s Secretary of State⁤ will only serve to make ​Trump more ​popular as a potential candidate. She argues that Trump thrives on controversy and being ‌the victim of perceived injustice. Removing him from the ballot will undoubtedly fuel his⁤ narrative ⁢of being ​unfairly targeted by the⁢ political establishment.

Furthermore, Bedford believes that ​this move will harm the Democrats rather than help them.⁤ By attempting to sideline Trump, the Democrats⁤ would deny⁣ themselves the opportunity to ⁢present a stronger candidate against him. Trump’s absence from the ballot in Maine may lead to a less competitive ⁣primary, ultimately benefiting the⁢ former president.

Bedford also points out that Maine’s decision may backfire as it could energize Trump’s base⁤ and galvanize ⁣his supporters. Those who already view​ him as a victim of political persecution ⁣may ⁢see this as ​further evidence of a ⁤biased system working against their preferred candidate. As a result, Trump’s supporters may become more motivated to​ support⁣ him and​ campaign more vigorously on his behalf.

In conclusion,⁢ Sarah​ Bedford believes that Maine’s decision to remove Donald Trump from its⁢ 2024 ballot may inadvertently work in ‍his favor.‌ By attempting to ​sideline him, the Democrats⁣ may unintentionally​ strengthen ‍his ⁢position as a potential candidate. Furthermore, ‌this move could energize Trump’s⁤ base ‌and galvanize​ his supporters, making him an ⁢even more formidable contender in future elections. The consequences of this​ decision remain uncertain,‍ but it is ​clear that‌ it has the potential ‍to impact⁤ Trump’s ⁤political trajectory.

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