OPINION
Trump’s Legal Struggle Imperils Free Speech
Shaun McCutcheon | Feb 14, 2024
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As the numerous legal battles unfold against former President Trump, I can't help but feel a sense of déjà vu. The accusations, allegations, and the court cases make it seem like the Presidential election is coming down to Supreme Court decisions. While these cases are attacks on former President Trump, they are also attacks on Free Speech and our marketplace of ideas.
Last week, the United States Supreme Court heard oral arguments on a ridiculous ruling from Colorado’s top court that deemed Trump ineligible for a second term based on an 1868 post-Civil War provision of the U.S. Constitution that disqualifies insurrectionists. The argument? Trump's alleged role in inciting the riot events on January 6th, 2021. Yet, as Justice Kavanaugh astutely pointed out during the proceedings, Trump has never been convicted of insurrection or even charged.
The left's fervent desire to paint Trump as an insurrectionist seems to blur the lines between reality and fiction, crafting a narrative to suit global political agendas.
Rather than engaging in robust debate and letting the American people decide at the ballot box, the left has resorted to lawfare, using legal challenges to silence dissent, manipulate candidate selection, and pre-determine outcomes. The ramifications extend far beyond Trump himself—they strike at the heart of Free Speech and principles of freedom.
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Last week, the United States Supreme Court heard oral arguments on a ridiculous ruling from Colorado’s top court that deemed Trump ineligible for a second term based on an 1868 post-Civil War provision of the U.S. Constitution that disqualifies insurrectionists. The argument? Trump's alleged role in inciting the riot events on January 6th, 2021. Yet, as Justice Kavanaugh astutely pointed out during the proceedings, Trump has never been convicted of insurrection or even charged.
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Beyond the immediate implications for Trump, there's a broader concern raised by Chief Justice Roberts during the arguments. Allowing states to disqualify candidates based on subjective interpretations of eligibility criteria sets a dangerous precedent. If we allow it in this instance, what's to stop more conservative states from denying progressive candidates the opportunity to run? The erosion of Free Speech and the politicization of our legal system threatens to undermine the very fabric of our free nation.
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