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US Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Trump, Clears Path for 2024 Ballot
In a groundbreaking decision, the United States Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Donald Trump, allowing him to participate in the 2024 Republican primary elections. The ruling comes after a contentious legal battle initiated by the Colorado Supreme Court, which invoked a little-known, Civil War-era constitutional amendment to bar Trump from the state's primary ballot.
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V. George
3/5/20241 min read
The 14th Amendment, specifically Section 3, became the center of the debate, as it prohibits individuals who have "engaged in insurrection or rebellion" from holding office. The Colorado Supreme Court, along with Maine and Illinois, utilized this clause to remove Trump from the ballot, pointing to the events of the January 6th riot at the US Capitol as justification.
The decision was eagerly awaited, with 15 states, including Colorado, conducting their primary elections on Tuesday. The US Supreme Court added to the anticipation by announcing it would release its opinion at 10:00 ET (15:00 GMT), so here we go.
Last month's oral arguments indicated the justices' skepticism regarding Trump's exclusion from the ballot. As expected, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the former president, dispelling uncertainty surrounding his participation in the upcoming primaries.
Critics of the Colorado decision argued that it denied voters the opportunity to express their verdict on Trump's potential return to the White House. Some legal experts questioned the merits of the case, emphasizing that Trump had never been charged with insurrection related to the Capitol riot.
Trump's lawyers contended that his pre-riot address to supporters is protected by free speech, framing his removal as political persecution. The grassroots campaign that gained momentum following the storming of the Capitol argued that Trump's actions met the definition of insurrection outlined in the 14th Amendment.
The Supreme Court's decision not only clears the way for Trump's participation in Colorado but also has implications for similar challenges in other states. With Super Tuesday approaching, Trump is expected to secure victories, solidifying his position as the frontrunner against Republican rival Nikki Haley.
In a parallel development, the Supreme Court is set to address a second case concerning Trump's immunity from prosecution for actions taken during his presidency. The outcome of this decision will have far-reaching consequences as Trump faces multiple criminal trials.
