Trump Engaged in Insurrection but Can Run in 2024, Colorado Judge Rules

The decision, based on a technical interpretation of the 14th Amendment, has sparked controversy and plans for an appeal.

Federal District Judge Sarah B. Wallace ruled that former President Donald Trump engaged in insurrection but can still appear on the Colorado primary ballot for the 2024 presidential election.
The judge's decision was based on a technical interpretation of Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, which disqualifies officials who had engaged in 'insurrection or rebellion' from holding office.
Judge Wallace found that the language of the amendment did not specifically apply to the office of the president, leading to her decision.
Trump celebrated the ruling as a 'gigantic' legal victory, while critics, including constitutional law experts, have criticized the decision as 'bizarro' and 'troubling'.
Lawyers for the six Colorado voters who filed the lawsuit said they will appeal the decision.