State election chiefs look to courts to deal with Trump ballot challenges

State election officers reject involvement in potential challenges to Trump’s 2024 ballot eligibility. Focusing on process, not judicial determinations, they emphasize voters’ rights to choose. The 14th Amendment’s insurrection clause is cited as grounds for disqualification. Legal challenges are emerging in New Hampshire, Arizona, Michigan, and Colorado. Most officers refrain from commenting on the clause’s applicability. Georgia’s Secretary of State criticizes these challenges as attempts to bypass the ballot box. Some officers consult legal experts, acknowledging courts’ role in adjudication. Trump dismisses challenges as “nonsense” and “election interference”. Some officers cite state law limitations on disqualifying candidates. Others deem 14th Amendment discussions premature. Election offices report increased constituent inquiries on the issue.
Source: NBC News