California Lt. Gov. Fails as Constitutional Expert, Misinterprets Age Requirement for Presidency
The Democrat lieutenant governor of California is urging the state’s top election official to exhaust all legal avenues in order to remove former President Donald Trump from the ballot in the upcoming election. However, her arguments based on the Constitution are flawed.
“The constitution [sic] is clear,” wrote Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis on Wednesday. “[Y]ou must be 40 years old and not be an insurrectionist.”
However, the Constitution actually states that the minimum age requirement for the presidency is 35.
LOL. California Lt. Gov. just published a letter stating:
“The Constitution is clear: [to be qualified for President] you must be 40 years old and not an insurrectionist”
Which is funny bc the age requirement is 35 years pic.twitter.com/z07Oh7UCYO
— John Hasson (@SonofHas) December 20, 2023
Kounalakis’ letter comes in response to a controversial decision by the Colorado Supreme Court to bar Trump from the 2024 ballot due to his involvement in the Capitol riot. The court, comprised entirely of Democratic-appointed justices, cited a provision from the 14th Amendment to disqualify the former president.
Trump’s legal team plans to appeal the decision to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Following the ruling, George Washington University law professor Jonathan Turley criticized the decision as “the most anti-democratic opinion” he has ever seen.
Democrats across the country, from California to Michigan, are attempting to prevent Trump from running for president again by using legal means to keep him off the ballot.
Meanwhile, Trump still faces numerous state and federal charges, and Democrats are employing aggressive lawfare tactics to hinder Republican candidates. Despite media claims of a potential dictatorship, it is President Joe Biden and his Department of Justice who pose the greatest challenge to Trump’s political aspirations.
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What are the constitutional age requirements for running for the presidency?
Nt in the January 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection. The lieutenant governor argues that since the Constitution requires the president to be 40 years old and not be an insurrectionist, Trump should be disqualified from running for office.
However, as pointed out by critics, the Constitution clearly states that the minimum age requirement for the presidency is 35, not 40. Lt. Gov. Kounalakis’ misinterpretation of the Constitution raises concerns about her understanding of the law and her ability to effectively execute her role as lieutenant governor.
The issue of removing a former president from the ballot is a matter of legal interpretation and should not be based on subjective opinions or personal views. It is crucial to approach such matters with objectivity and adhere to the constitutional requirements.
Furthermore, it is essential to respect the democratic process and allow voters to make their own decisions at the ballot box. Attempting to exclude a candidate from the election based on faulty interpretations of the Constitution undermines the principles of fairness and democracy.
The controversy surrounding the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision to bar Trump from the 2024 ballot also highlights the potential dangers of allowing state courts to make politically motivated decisions. The judiciary should act as an impartial arbiter of the law, upholding the Constitution and ensuring equal treatment for all individuals.
In light of this controversy, it is essential for all states to ensure that their election officials and court systems remain unbiased and impartial. The integrity of our elections relies on the adherence to fair and transparent processes that respect the rule of law.
While it is understandable that individuals may have strong opinions about former President Donald Trump and his involvement in the Capitol insurrection, it is crucial to separate personal views from legal interpretation. The Constitution is the ultimate guide for our democracy, and any attempts to manipulate or misinterpret it for political gain undermine the very foundations of our system of governance.
In conclusion, Lt. Gov. Kounalakis’ arguments to remove former President Donald Trump from the ballot based on flawed interpretations of the Constitution are misguided. It is important to uphold the rule of law, respect the democratic process, and ensure the integrity of our elections. Personal opinions should not supersede constitutional requirements, and all individuals, regardless of their political affiliations, must be treated equally under the law.
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