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Washington, D.C. - Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, along with several Republican lawmakers, filed a Supreme Court amicus brief today in support of President Trump's appeal in the case of Donald J. Trump v. Norma Anderson, et al. The amicus brief has been signed by over 130 House Republicans and over 40 Senate Republicans.

"The Colorado Supreme Court has no authority to remove Donald J. Trump - the leading Presidential candidate - from the ballot in the 2024 presidential election," stated Rep. Webster. He expressed confidence that the U.S. Supreme Court will reverse the decision, emphasizing that "it is the American people who decide who is elected President, not liberal activists."

The case in question, Trump v. Anderson, centers around whether former President Donald Trump should remain on the ballot in the State of Colorado. The Colorado Supreme Court had ruled in favor of removing Trump from the ballot, despite his status as the leading presidential candidate for the Republican Party.

In their amicus brief, the lawmakers argue that the Colorado Supreme Court's opinion undermines the prerogatives of members of Congress. They contend that the court's ruling is a clear violation of the Separation of Powers authorized by the U.S. Constitution. They assert that it is Congress' responsibility to pass legislation authorizing enforcement of Section 3 of the Fourteenth Amendment, also known as the "disqualification clause." The legislators urge the U.S. Supreme Court to reverse the Colorado Supreme Court's decision and protect the powers vested in Congress.

The amicus brief can be read in its entirety on the official website.

The filing of this amicus brief demonstrates the support President Trump continues to receive from his fellow Republicans in his pursuit of remaining on the Colorado ballot for the upcoming presidential election. The case holds significant implications for the democratic process, as it raises questions about the authority of state courts to disqualify candidates and the role of Congress in enforcing constitutional provisions.

As the U.S. Supreme Court weighs in on this matter, the outcome will have far-reaching consequences for future elections and the interpretation of the Constitution. The court's decision will determine whether President Trump's name will appear on the Colorado ballot, allowing the American people to exercise their right to choose their next President.

This development highlights the ongoing legal battles surrounding the 2024 presidential election and underscores the deep divisions within the political landscape. The involvement of prominent Republican lawmakers in supporting President Trump's appeal reflects the strong political allegiance and commitment to protecting the powers of Congress.

The Supreme Court's decision in this case will undoubtedly shape the electoral process and set a precedent for future challenges to candidate disqualification. Until then, the nation awaits the Court's ruling, which will ultimately determine whether Donald J. Trump's name remains on the Colorado ballot for the 2024 presidential election.