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Supreme Court Likely to Favor Trump in Ballot Disqualification Case

Justices question state's role in enforcing 14th Amendment disqualification, highlighting the case's significance for the 2024 election.

  • The U.S. Supreme Court appears likely to overturn Colorado's decision to disqualify former President Donald Trump from the state's presidential ballot under the 14th Amendment.
  • Justices across the ideological spectrum expressed skepticism about the legal validity of removing Trump from the ballot, questioning the role of states versus Congress in enforcing disqualification.
  • The case has major implications for the 2024 presidential election, potentially affecting Trump's eligibility on ballots nationwide.
  • Arguments focused on whether Trump, as a former president, qualifies as an 'officer of the United States' under the 14th Amendment and the distinction between running for office and holding office.
  • The Supreme Court's decision could set a precedent for future cases involving disqualification of candidates under the 14th Amendment.
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