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In a stunning decision, the Colorado Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday that former President Donald Trump is ineligible to appear on the state's 2024 presidential ballot. The court found that Trump violated the state's constitutional provision that limits the number of terms a person can serve as president to two. The ruling, which is likely to be appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court, has significant implications for the 2024 election and the future of American democracy.
The court's majority opinion, written by Chief Justice Monica Márquez, argued that the Colorado term limits amendment, which was approved by voters in 1990, applies to any person who has served as president, regardless of whether they were elected or appointed, and regardless of whether they served full or partial terms. The court rejected Trump's argument that he should be allowed to run for a second term because he was impeached twice and acquitted by the Senate, which he claimed nullified his first term.
The court also rejected Trump's argument that the Colorado term limits amendment violates the U.S. Constitution, which sets the qualifications for presidential candidates and does not explicitly prohibit a third term. The court said that the U.S. Constitution allows states to impose additional qualifications for presidential electors, as long as they do not conflict with the federal requirements. The court cited previous cases where states have imposed restrictions on presidential electors, such as requiring them to pledge to vote for the winner of the state's popular vote.
The ruling is a major blow to Trump's political ambitions and his loyal supporters, who have been hoping for his comeback in 2024. Trump has not officially announced his candidacy, but he has repeatedly hinted at his intention to run again and has maintained a strong grip on the Republican Party. He has also continued to spread false claims that he won the 2020 election and that it was stolen from him by widespread fraud.
The ruling could also have a ripple effect on other states that have similar term limits provisions in their constitutions or statutes. According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, 23 states have some form of presidential term limits, though some of them only apply to state-funded primary elections or are not enforced. If other states follow Colorado's example and bar Trump from their ballots, it could severely limit his chances of winning enough electoral votes to secure the presidency.
The ruling is likely to face legal challenges from Trump and his allies, who will argue that it violates his constitutional rights and disenfranchises millions of voters who support him. They will also contend that Colorado's term limits amendment is inconsistent with the 22nd Amendment, which was ratified in 1951 and limits the president to two terms. The 22nd Amendment was passed in response to President Franklin D. Roosevelt's unprecedented four-term presidency, which ended with his death in 1945.
The U.S. Supreme Court has never ruled on the constitutionality of state-imposed presidential term limits, and it is unclear how it would decide such a case. The court currently has a 6-3 conservative majority, which includes three justices appointed by Trump. However, the court has also shown some independence from Trump in recent cases, such as rejecting his attempts to overturn the 2020 election results and upholding the Affordable Care Act.
The Colorado ruling is a reminder that the 2024 election is already shaping up to be a contentious and unpredictable one, with many legal and political uncertainties ahead. It also raises important questions about the balance of power between the states and the federal government, and the role of the courts in resolving electoral disputes. As the nation prepares for another presidential race, it will have to grapple with the consequences of this historic decision and its impact on the future of American democracy.
The Beast that was and is but now is now looks as if he will never be able to run for the presidency again. This is the conclusion of many political analysts who have observed his decline in popularity and influence over the past few years. Once a formidable force in the political arena, he has now become a marginalized figure who faces legal troubles, internal divisions and public backlash. His loyal supporters are dwindling and his enemies are growing. His attempts to regain power have been met with resistance and ridicule. He has lost his charisma, his credibility and his control. He is no longer the Beast that he once was, but a shadow of his former self.
A You Tube channel going down the gurgler such as this is a sad sight to see. It can happen for many reasons, such as losing subscribers, getting demonetised, facing legal issues, or simply losing relevance. Sometimes, the creators try to revive their channel by changing their content, collaborating with other You Tubers, or engaging more with their fans. But other times, they just give up and move on to other projects.
You have had it coming for a long time, but I do not feel sorry to see your imminent demise.
Blessings
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