World (LNW): A recent ruling by the Colorado Supreme Court declared that Donald Trump is ineligible for the US presidency, citing the constitution’s insurrection clause, Sky News reported.
The decision, which accuses Trump of inciting riots at the US Capitol Building, raises significant challenges as he gears up for a potential presidential run in 2024.
This ruling has set the stage for a potential legal battle in the US Supreme Court, the ultimate authority on constitutional matters, to determine Trump’s eligibility for the 2024 White House race. The Trump campaign has expressed its intent to appeal the decision to the US Supreme Court.
The Colorado Supreme Court, consisting of justices appointed by Democratic governors, has removed Trump from the state’s presidential primary ballot. Colorado officials assert that a resolution must be reached by January 5, the deadline for printing presidential primary ballots in the state.
In a 4-3 decision, the Colorado Supreme Court invoked Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, marking the first instance in history that this provision has been used to disqualify a presidential candidate.
Section 3 prohibits individuals who engaged in insurrection or rebellion against the Constitution from holding office. It was originally designed to prevent former Confederates from returning to government after the Civil War and has been rarely invoked.
Numerous lawsuits across the nation seek to disqualify Trump under Section 3. The court’s decision is based on the argument that Trump incited an insurrection before the Capitol riots on January 6, 2021.
While this ruling specifically pertains to Colorado, it raises concerns that other courts and election officials might follow suit, potentially excluding Trump from critical states in the upcoming election.
