Colorado judges are facing security concerns in the wake of an online backlash following the ruling on Donald Trump’s ballot eligibility.
Authorities, including the FBI and Denver Police, are responding to elevated tensions. It has done little to slow tensions in the current landscape of legal and political debates in the Centennial State.
Donald Trump fanatics threaten the judges
A surge of threats emerged online following the Colorado Supreme Court’s ruling on Donald Trump’s ineligibility for the state’s 2024 presidential primary ballot. According to CNN, the threats against the judges involved personal details. Including addresses and phone numbers being posted on platforms such as Twitter, Telegram, Truth Social, and fringe websites. Some people have explicitly called for violence. With mentions of hanging and shooting the judges.
What did USA authorities do about alleged Donald Trump supporter threats?
The threats prompted law enforcement, including the FBI and Denver Police, to investigate and provide additional security measures. The situation underscores concerns about the normalization of violent rhetoric in response to legal decisions.
Donald Trump gets banned
In a 4-3 decision, the Colorado Supreme Court declared Donald Trump ineligible for the state’s presidential ballot. This ruling though controversial, hinges on the 14th Amendment’s Section 3. This amendment disqualifies those involved in “insurrection or rebellion” from federal office.
The court majority argued that Trump’s actions during the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot constituted insurrection. Trump and his campaign criticized the decision as “deeply flawed” and plan to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court by January 4. Legal experts foresee challenges, particularly given the conservative-leaning nature of the U.S. Supreme Court. The ban remains pending Trump’s appeal.
What happened at USA Capital riots?
The Capitol riots on January 6, 2021, saw supporters of then-President Donald Trump storm the U.S. Capitol. This resulted in disrupting the Electoral College certification and causing deaths and injuries. It prompted Trump’s second impeachment on charges of incitement of insurrection. Though he was later acquitted by the Senate. The events had far-reaching consequences for U.S. democracy.