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Friends of the Court - The Brief

Jan 20, 2024
Discover the dramatic story of the 'First Insurrection' and its relevance to the Fourteenth Amendment. Explore the parallels between the 1860s insurrection and the recent Trump-fueled insurrection. Delve into the concept of the 50 state solution and the role of Congress. Uncover the controversy surrounding justices and access to deliberations. Explore the actions of Floyd and the heroism of Ulysses S. Grant in relation to the 14th Amendment.
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Quick takeaways

  • Understanding the historical parallels between the first insurrection of the 1860s and the recent Trump-fueled insurrection is crucial in interpreting Section 3 of the 14th Amendment.
  • Considering the responsibility of outgoing presidents to ensure a peaceful transfer of power, the case highlights the importance of preventing attempts to disrupt the Electoral College process.

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The First Insurrection of the 1860s

This summary introduces the argument by highlighting the parallels between the first insurrection of the 1860s and the recent Trump-fueled insurrection. It emphasizes that before the Civil War, there was a smaller insurrection that aimed to prevent the lawful inauguration of President Lincoln and that individuals within James Buchanan's cabinet violated their oaths to support the Constitution. The summary highlights the significance of understanding this historical episode to properly interpret Section 3 of the 14th Amendment. It also mentions that the trial court has already made factual findings that support applying Section 3 to Trump's actions.

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