Colorado Supreme Court Rules Against Trump, Barring Him from State’s Ballot

Former President Donald Trump’s presence on Colorado’s ballot for the upcoming election has been denied by the Colorado Supreme Court, escalating tensions in an already polarized political landscape. In a speech in Waterloo, Iowa, on Tuesday night, Trump did not directly address the ruling but accused his opponents, including “crooked Joe Biden and the far-Left lunatics,” of resorting to extreme measures to halt his political momentum.

“They’re willing to violate the U.S. Constitution at levels never seen before in order to win this election. Joe Biden is a threat to democracy,” Trump asserted. He claimed that law enforcement was being weaponized for high-level election interference due to his perceived success in the polls.

Trump Campaign Spokesman Steven Cheung responded swiftly, announcing the intention to file an appeal on Tuesday night. In a statement, Cheung criticized the all-Democrat appointed Colorado Supreme Court, alleging bias and connections to left-wing interests.

“Unsurprisingly, the all-Democrat appointed Colorado Supreme Court has ruled against President Trump, supporting a Soros-funded, left-wing group’s scheme to interfere in an election on behalf of Crooked Joe Biden,” Cheung wrote. He accused Democrats of attempting to impede the democratic process by removing Trump’s name from the ballot.

Cheung’s statement continued, expressing confidence in the appeal process. “The Colorado Supreme Court issued a completely flawed decision tonight, and we will swiftly file an appeal to the United States Supreme Court and a concurrent request for a stay of this deeply undemocratic decision.”

In a previous ruling, Colorado District Judge Sarah B. Wallace allowed Trump to remain on the ballot but acknowledged his involvement in the January 6 Capitol riot, describing it as engaging in insurrection. The latest decision by the Colorado Supreme Court reinforces the notion that Trump’s actions during the Capitol riot could have legal consequences.

Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold released a statement indicating her commitment to follow court guidance. “The Colorado Supreme Court has ruled that Donald Trump is barred from the Colorado ballot for inciting the January 6 insurrection and attempting to overturn the 2020 Presidential Election,” Griswold wrote. She acknowledged the possibility of an appeal.

Lawsuits challenging Trump’s eligibility are pending in 13 states, including Texas, Nevada, and Wisconsin. The disqualification lawsuits are centered on the 14th Amendment, which states that individuals who have engaged in insurrection or rebellion against the United States are barred from holding certain offices.

The ruling adds another layer of complexity to the political landscape, with both sides gearing up for what promises to be a contentious election season. The outcome of the appeal will likely have far-reaching implications for Trump’s political future and the broader discourse on the events of January 6, 2020.