The Daily Why a Colorado Court Just Knocked Trump Off the Ballot
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Dec 20, 2023 
Adam Liptak, a Supreme Court reporter for The New York Times, dives into a landmark Colorado ruling that bars Donald Trump from the state's 2024 Republican primary ballot under the 14th Amendment. He explains the implications of the court's decision linking Trump to insurrection, which may set the stage for a U.S. Supreme Court showdown. Liptak discusses the potential effects on Trump's candidacy and what this means for future electoral challenges, all while navigating the complexities of constitutional interpretations in a polarized landscape.
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14th Amendment and Trump
- Liberal activists initially championed the 14th Amendment argument against Trump's eligibility.
- Two prominent conservative law professors later supported this view, influencing the legal discourse.
Colorado Supreme Court Hearing
- The Colorado Supreme Court justices actively engaged in oral arguments, considering various legal perspectives.
- Trump's lawyers minimized his involvement, arguing his actions constituted a riot, not an insurrection.
14th Amendment Applicability
- Trump's lawyers argue that Section 3 of the 14th Amendment doesn't apply to him or the presidency.
- Some justices question this, finding it absurd to disqualify everyone except a former president seeking re-election.