Trump's Lawyers Urge Supreme Court to Reject Insurrection Claim

The court's interpretation of the 14th Amendment could have far-reaching implications for future elections

Donald Trump's lawyers have filed a brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to reject the claim that he is disqualified from running for president under Section 3 of the 14th Amendment because he 'engaged in insurrection' by inciting the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021.
The brief argues that Trump's words on the day of the riot called for peaceful and patriotic protest and respect for law and order, and that he did not incite violence.
However, critics argue that Trump's conduct leading up to and during the riot, including his false claims about the 2020 election and his failure to respond quickly when the Capitol was breached, amounted to insurrection.
The Supreme Court's interpretation of Section 3 of the 14th Amendment could have far-reaching implications, potentially barring not only Trump but also other politicians who engage in similar conduct from holding office.
Some argue that barring Trump from the ballot could undermine social cohesion and give credence to his claims of persecution, while others believe it is necessary to protect the integrity of the democratic process.