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Special Edition: Trump Disqualified? Time to Decide.

Feb 3, 2024
Constitutional law professor Jessica Levinson discusses the upcoming U.S. Supreme Court case on whether Trump should be barred from the ballot, exploring arguments for and against ban, implications of banning Trump, interpretation of 14th Amendment, and the significance of reaching a unanimous decision.
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  • The Supreme Court will determine if former President Trump should be barred from running for president again based on his involvement in the Capitol riot, raising questions about the balance between judicial decision-making and voter choice.
  • The Colorado Supreme Court's decision to ban Trump from the primary ballot was based on the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause, which critics argue does not explicitly require charges of insurrection, setting the stage for a potential precedent in future cases.

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The Historic Case Before the US Supreme Court

The US Supreme Court is set to hear arguments on whether former President Trump is eligible to run for president again or if he should be barred from the ballot. The case arises from a ruling by the Colorado Supreme Court that Trump engaged in insurrection during the Capitol riot and therefore is disqualified for any office. The Supreme Court's decision will impact every state's ballot, and there are strong opinions on both sides of the argument. This unprecedented case raises questions about the interpretation of the Constitution and the balance between judicial decision-making and voter choice.

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