Liberal-backed groups kick Trump off ballots, Supreme Court showdown looms

The removal of Donald Trump from primary ballots in Colorado and Maine is attributed to the efforts of two activist groups, Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW) and Free Speech for People, largely funded by liberal donors including George Soros and Craig Newmark. These groups have strategically leveraged the 14th Amendment's provision banning those involved in insurrection from holding office to challenge Trump's eligibility. The ongoing legal campaign, with upcoming Supreme Court involvement, may significantly impact the 2024 election and potentially lead to a constitutional crisis. Despite tension between the groups, they share a common goal of excluding Trump from ballots in various states, emphasising their nonpartisan stance despite liberal funding. Critics express concerns about potential election chaos, while supporters argue that any disruptions would result from Trump's actions.

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Trump Ballot Removals Reflect Efforts of Liberal-Funded Groups

By Emily Birnbaum

Donald Trump's removal from primary ballots in Colorado and Maine marked a win for two activist groups funded largely by liberal donors that have worked methodically to transform a scholarly thought experiment about the 14th Amendment into a real-world legal strategy. 

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