Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows recently made a decision stating that former President Donald Trump engaged in insurrection during the events of January 6, 2021. Bellows held a public hearing before making this decision, thoroughly analyzing Section 3 of the 14th Amendment. Despite some opposition, including a statement from Democratic Congressman Jared Golden, who argued that Trump should be allowed on the ballot until proven guilty of insurrection, Belles remained steadfast in her ruling.
Bellows Belles emphasized that the unprecedented events of January 6th constituted an attack on the Capitol, government officials, the former vice president, and members of Congress. She emphasized that this attack was also an assault on the rule of law. The weight of the evidence presented to her during the hearing indicated that it was indeed an insurrection, in which Trump was involved.
