The U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously that Colorado cannot disqualify former President Donald Trump from appearing on the 2024 ballot using the Fourteenth Amendment's Insurrection Clause.
Key Points
Only Congress can disqualify a candidate using the Fourteenth Amendment
States cannot disqualify federal candidates from the ballot
The ruling clarifies the authority under the Fourteenth Amendment
Pros
Clarity on the process for disqualifying candidates
Establishes Congress as the authority on disqualification
Cons
Potential for confusion between federal and state powers
Lack of historical precedent for state enforcement