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How A Colorado Trial Could Force Trump Off The Ballot

Oct 31, 2023
A Colorado trial claims Trump is ineligible to seek public office based on the 14th amendment. The suit's implications on democracy, voter choice, and penalizing individuals are explored. The potential consequences include incitement, division, impact on democracy, and the possibility of other states following suit. The ongoing hearing discusses the January 6 insurrection and expert testimony linking Trump's words to the riot.
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Quick takeaways

  • The case in Colorado is attempting to apply the 14th amendment's disqualification clause to former president Donald Trump based on his actions during the Capitol insurrection.
  • The potential consequences of convicting a leading presidential candidate under the disqualification clause raise concerns about the impact on democratic institutions and further divisions in the nation.

Deep dives

The Case Against Trump's Eligibility for Primary Ballot in Colorado Hinges on 14th Amendment

A case in Colorado is attempting to apply the 14th amendment's disqualification clause to former president Donald Trump, arguing that his actions leading up to and during the insurrection at the US Capitol disqualify him from holding office again. The case is being brought forward by the liberal group Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington, along with Republican and unaffiliated voters. Trump's attorney and the Trump campaign argue that this is election interference and that there was no insurrection. The case has divided opinion among voters, with some Republicans viewing it as undemocratic, while some Democrats question the strategic merits of pursuing legal action.

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