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Indictments, old age and the US election

Jan 3, 2024
22:49
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Cameron Joseph, freelance political reporter writing for the Guardian, discusses the impact of former President Trump's legal troubles on his bid for office. The podcast also explores potential challenges to President Biden's nomination and the possibility of another violent reaction to a close election result.
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  • The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to rule on whether former President Donald Trump can be on the ballot for the state's primary, potentially impacting his campaign as the leading Republican candidate.
  • Despite facing legal challenges, Trump remains ahead in the polls for the Republican nomination, while Joe Biden faces concerns among Democrats about his age and ability to win.

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Trump's eligibility to be on the ballot challenged

The Colorado Supreme Court ruled that former President Donald Trump couldn't be on the ballot for the state's primary, invoking the 14th Amendment's disqualification clause. This decision is on hold, but the U.S. Supreme Court is expected to weigh in. There are multiple states examining Trump's eligibility, including Maine. The Supreme Court is likely to rule soon, potentially impacting Trump's campaign as the leading Republican candidate.

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