Colorado Supreme Court to Hear Arguments on Trump’s Eligibility for State’s Ballot in 2024
In a significant legal battle, the Colorado Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments on Wednesday regarding former President Donald Trump’s eligibility for the state’s ballot in the year 2024. This case follows an effort by Colorado voters to keep Trump off the ballot, which was previously rejected by Colorado District Court Judge Sarah B. Wallace.
Represented by Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington, a group of voters filed a lawsuit challenging Trump’s eligibility, citing his conduct during the Capitol attack and his efforts to overturn the 2020 election results as violations of the Constitution’s 14th Amendment. However, Judge Wallace ruled that while Trump did engage in an insurrection, he is not subject to Section 3 of the 14th Amendment since he is not an “officer of the United States.”
Following Wallace’s ruling, both Trump’s legal team and the group of Colorado voters appealed to the Colorado Supreme Court, which agreed to hear their appeals. This development adds to the growing interest surrounding Trump’s future involvement in politics.
The oral arguments are taking place just a month before the deadline for Colorado’s Secretary of State to certify ballots for the state’s primary. This timing highlights the urgency and significance of this legal battle, as it not only affects Trump’s potential candidacy for 2024 but also impacts the primary election process in Colorado.
It’s worth noting that similar efforts in other states, such as Minnesota and Michigan, to disqualify Trump from future ballots have been rejected. However, the decision in Michigan is currently being appealed to the state’s Supreme Court, indicating that this issue is far from settled.
As the Colorado Supreme Court prepares to hear arguments on this matter, the nation awaits their decision, which could have far-reaching implications for Trump’s political ambitions and the overall electoral process. Hollywood Crap will keep you updated on the latest developments in this high-stakes legal battle. Stay tuned.
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