Staff Reports
In a major legal victory for former President Donald Trump, a judge in Michigan has ruled that Trump can remain on the state primary ballot for the 2024 election. The lawsuits seeking to bar Trump from the ballot claimed that his alleged role in the Jan. 6 riot meant that he “engaged in insurrection.” However, Judge James Robert Redford ruled against these lawsuits, stating that they had the potential to embroil judges in highly partisan disputes.
Michigan judge rules that Trump can remain on primary ballothttps://t.co/irIA6Gjjbf
— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) November 15, 2023
It is refreshing to see a judge uphold the principles of fairness and allow Trump to participate in the primary election. It is not the role of the courts to decide whether someone participated in a rebellion or insurrection. That decision should be left to the elected representatives of the people in Congress. This ruling sets a good precedent for similar cases and shows that the courts should not be used as a tool for political battles.
The Trump campaign is pleased with the decision and expects it to lead to the dismissal of other cases based on the 14th Amendment. Steven Cheung, a spokesman for the campaign, stated that they are focused on winning the great state of Michigan once again and securing the reelection of President Trump next year.
Unsurprisingly, the plaintiffs in the lawsuits are disappointed with the court’s decision and plan to appeal. However, it is important to remember that appeals are a normal part of the legal process, and it remains to be seen whether the Michigan Supreme Court will overturn the lower court’s ruling. Overall, this decision is a win for Trump and his supporters who want to see him back in the political arena.
