A judge in Illinois has ruled that former President Donald Trump is disqualified from appearing on the state's ballot for the 2024 presidential election. The ruling comes as a result of a lawsuit challenging Trump's eligibility to run for office based on the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
The lawsuit argued that Trump's role in inciting the January 6th Capitol riot violated the 14th Amendment, which prohibits individuals from holding office if they have engaged in insurrection or rebellion against the United States. The judge agreed with the plaintiffs, stating that Trump's actions met the criteria outlined in the amendment.
