The Colorado Supreme Court, citing the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, has barred former President Trump from being featured on the state’s 2024 ballots, linking the disqualification to his involvement in the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot.
The 4-3 ruling on Tuesday is temporarily on hold until January 4 due to anticipated appeals, with three justices expressing dissent.
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In response, Trump Campaign Spokesman Steven Cheung announced an impending appeal, criticizing the decision as politically motivated. He accused the all-Democrat appointed Colorado Supreme Court of aligning with a left-wing group’s agenda to influence the election and hinder voters’ rights.
Cheung asserted that the ruling reflected Democratic Party leaders’ anxiety over Trump’s growing popularity in polls and their attempt to impede his potential return to office.
Cheung further condemned the court’s decision as flawed and promised a swift appeal to the United States Supreme Court, along with a concurrent request for a stay. He expressed confidence in the U.S. Supreme Court’s ability to rectify what he deemed an undemocratic ruling.
Notably, a prior decision by Colorado District Judge Sarah B. Wallace allowed Trump to remain on the ballot but acknowledged his involvement in the Capitol riot, stating that he had “engaged in insurrection.”
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Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold responded to the ruling, indicating her commitment to follow court guidance on the matter. She clarified that the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision rested on Trump’s alleged role in inciting the January 6 insurrection and attempting to overturn the 2020 Presidential Election, with the possibility of an appeal.
The disqualification controversy extends beyond Colorado, with pending lawsuits in 13 states, including Texas, Nevada, and Wisconsin. In the 2020 election, President Biden secured Colorado with a 13.5-point margin.
