Share this @internewscast.com

WASHINGTON — Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold on Wednesday asked the Supreme Court to conclude that the state can lawfully bar former President Donald Trump from the Republican primary ballot because of his actions in 2020 that culminated in the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.

The case concerns, among other things, whether Trump “engaged in insurrection” under section 3 of the Constitution’s 14th Amendment and is therefore prohibited from serving as president.

Griswold, a Democrat who is the top election official in the state, filed a brief filed ahead of Supreme Court arguments next week that defended Colorado’s process for determining whether candidates are eligible.

“Over the decades, Colorado has repeatedly relied on this state court procedure to resolve ballot access and other election disputes presenting novel and complex issues of both fact and law, including issues of constitutional magnitude,” Griswold’s lawyers wrote.

The same state process is used to determine whether candidates for president are barred from serving for other reasons, such as whether they are the required minimum age of 35, the lawyers added.

The state, they said, “should not be forced to include a candidate found by its courts to have violated his oath to support the Constitution by engaging in insurrection.”

Trump and the six Colorado voters who brought the challenge have already filed their briefs.

The case will be closely watched, as other states could follow suit if Trump is kicked off the ballot in Colorado

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
City of Atlantic Beach warns about permit email scam

Atlantic Beach City Issues Alert on Fraudulent Permit Email Scam

Atlantic Beach Police are investigating an email phishing scam where the senders…
Homes in Crete burning in a wildfire at night.

Huge Blaze Engulfs Popular Greek Tourist Destination Crete, Forcing 1,500 to Flee Hotels and Homes

RAGING wildfires have spread across a Greek holiday hotspot with 1,500 people…
Oasis’ Manchester homecoming has locals fearing fan behavior — and they want a dress code

Locals Concerned Over Fan Conduct During Oasis’ Manchester Return, Suggest Dress Code

Concerned residents are calling for a ‘dress code’ and a ‘buffer zone’…
Serene southern vacation town reports 2nd shark attack of summer amid heavy tourist traffic

Tragic Beach Incident at Hilton Head: Two Dead, Several Injured

A tragic boating accident near Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, resulted in…
At least 2 dead, 43 missing after ferry sinks near Bali

Tragic Ferry Sinking Near Bali: 2 Dead, 43 Missing

On Thursday, rescuers were searching for 43 individuals reported missing after a…
The Founders Museum Is an Inspired Addition to the Launch of America 250 Celebrations

The Founders Museum: A Brilliant Addition to the Kickoff of America 250 Festivities

This Independence weekend is an ideal opportunity to explore the America 250…
Liverpool's Diogo Jota was in fatal crash because he couldn't fly

Liverpool’s Diogo Jota Involved in Tragic Accident Due to Travel Issues

Liverpool’s soccer star Diogo Jota was involved in a tragic accident during…
Plane landing in strong winds at Madeira Airport.

Terrifying Landing at Notorious Holiday Airport: Plane Packed with Brits Bounces in Strong Winds

THIS is the tense moment when a crowded holiday plane is rocked…
Mugshot of Ishaan Sharma with a black eye and other injuries.

Disruptive Passenger Ends Up with Severe Black Eye Following Shirtless Fight on Frontier Airlines Flight

A disruptive passenger ended up bruised and embarrassed after initiating a fight…
Katy Perry, Orlando Bloom split months ago, Bloom was flirty

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom End Relationship Months Ago Amid Reports of Bloom’s Flirtatious Behavior

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom secretly parted ways earlier this year —…
Venus Williams 'outraged' doctors dismissed her painful condition

Venus Williams ‘furious’ with doctors for ignoring her painful condition

The most painful battle of Venus Williams’ life wasn’t fought on the…
MS-13 leader in Trump’s crosshairs to be sentenced in racketeering case involving 8 Long Island murders

MS-13 Leader Targeted by Trump to Be Sentenced for Racketeering Tied to 8 Long Island Murders

An MS-13 gang leader from a New York City suburb is set…