The Michigan Supreme Court has decided not to hear an appeal aimed at disqualifying former President Donald Trump from Michigan’s presidential primary ballot. This ruling contrasts with a recent decision by Colorado’s Supreme Court, which disqualified Trump based on his alleged involvement in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack. The Michigan voters’ appeal relied on a U.S. Constitutional provision barring individuals from office if they have engaged in “insurrection or rebellion” after previously swearing an oath to the United States.
The Michigan court, however, did not find sufficient grounds to review the case, leaving the decision of a lower court intact. This ruling allows Trump to remain a candidate in Michigan’s primary. In contrast, the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision marked the first application of Section 3 of the 14th Amendment to disqualify a presidential candidate.
These rulings are part of several ongoing efforts across various states to prevent Trump’s candidacy, citing the insurrection clause. Meanwhile, other news includes a report revealing Trump’s pressure on Michigan election officials to not certify the 2020 vote totals.
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