Supreme Court to Decide Trump’s Eligibility for 2024 Presidential Run in February
The US Supreme Court has announced its decision to hear an unprecedented case determining whether Donald Trump can run for president in 2024.
This follows Colorado’s decision to remove him from the state’s ballot, sparking legal battles across multiple states.
In February, the Supreme Court will address Trump’s appeal, with a ruling expected to have nationwide implications.
Various states are involved in lawsuits seeking to disqualify Trump, citing his alleged involvement in the Capitol riot three years ago.
Key to these legal challenges is the interpretation of a Civil War-era constitutional amendment that may render Trump ineligible to run.
Attorneys general from 27 states have urged the court to reject Colorado’s ruling, emphasizing the potential for “widespread chaos” in the upcoming election cycle.
The 14th Amendment, which prohibits anyone engaged in insurrection from holding federal office, is central to the debate.
Trump’s lawyers argue it doesn’t apply to the presidency, contending that his removal from the ballot would disenfranchise millions of voters.
This marks the first time the Supreme Court considers the interpretation of this clause, and its conservative majority will weigh in on the matter.
The decision to expedite the case reflects the urgency, with oral arguments scheduled for February 8.
Trump’s legal team and those advocating for his disqualification have deadlines for brief submissions in January.
Colorado’s Secretary of State has already certified the state’s ballots for the upcoming primary elections, maintaining Trump’s presence on them.
The significance of this case is underscored by its potential impact on the November election, where Trump is the current Republican front-runner for a rematch against President Joe Biden.
The court’s decision is expected to resonate with the speed reminiscent of the 2000 presidential election dispute.
As the legal proceedings unfold, comparisons to the 2000 election draw attention, highlighting the need for swift action due to the approaching primary elections.
