On the eve of America’s 250th birthday, the Supreme Court’s reaffirmation of birthright citizenship highlighted the nation’s core values. CNN’s Wolf Blitzer encapsulated this moment with the phrase “Just like us,” emphasizing the Fourteenth Amendment’s groundbreaking principle that anyone born on U.S. soil is a citizen. This decision countered Donald Trump’s efforts to undermine constitutional authority, reaffirming that presidents do not rewrite the Constitution. As America celebrates its independence, it is reminded that greatness lies in constitutional principles, not individual leaders, fostering a larger democracy.
The Colorado Supreme Court blocked Trump from the 2024 ballot. This was a landmark case, but it was appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court. Oral arguments will be heard on February 8, 2024. More than 4 dozen amicus briefs have been filed for and against the Supreme Court case. The case will decide whether or not Donald Trump can be on ballots for the 2024 primary and general elections.
This post explores how the disqualification section of the Fourteenth Amendment can be used to prevent insurrectionists from holding office in the U.S.
Maine’s Secretary of State wrote: I am mindful that no secretary of state has ever deprived a presidential candidate of ballot access based on Section 3 of the 14th Amendment. I am also mindful, however, that no presidential candidate has ever before engaged in insurrection.”
