How Trump Gets Kicked off the Ballot

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Feb 8, 2024

Jamelle Bouie, New York Times opinion columnist, discusses the Supreme Court case on whether the 14th amendment keeps Donald Trump off the ballot. They explore the legal arguments, analyze Trump's potential disqualification, and debate if a former president can be removed from the ballot. They also discuss the aftermath of the Civil War, the issue of Confederate leaders in government, and question presidential immunity from prosecution.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Challenges to Donald Trump's Appearance on the Ballot

01:34 • 2min

Analyzing Trump's Potential Disqualification and the Supreme Court's Role

03:13 • 3min

The Aftermath of the Civil War and the Issue of Confederate Leaders in Government

06:35 • 5min

Debating Whether a Former President Can be Removed from the Ballot

11:45 • 5min

Courts Disqualifying Trump and the Balance of Power

16:42 • 6min

Questioning Presidential Immunity from Prosecution

22:39 • 2min