Trump appeals decision to hold him off Illinois ballot

Trump appeals decision to hold him off Illinois ballot

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Lawyers for Donald Trump have appealed a decision affecting his candidacy, creating uncertainty in state elections. The Supreme Court is urged to address this issue quickly. A map shows states challenging Trump's candidacy, with Illinois joining others deeming him ineligible based on the 14th Amendment, which prohibits those involved in insurrection from holding office. The Trump team seeks to vacate the decision, while the Supreme Court considers a related case. The outcome is crucial as elections approach.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action have Trump's lawyers taken regarding the decision affecting his candidacy?

They have ignored the decision.

They have appealed the decision.

They have supported the decision.

They have accepted the decision.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which section of the US Constitution is being used to challenge Trump's candidacy?

The 1st Amendment

The 5th Amendment

The 14th Amendment

The 22nd Amendment

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the key term in the 14th Amendment that is relevant to Trump's disqualification?

Fraud

Treason

Insurrection

Impeachment

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Trump's legal team hoping to achieve besides appealing the decision?

To vacate the decision

To delay the decision

To ignore the decision

To accept the decision

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does the US Supreme Court play in this situation?

It has already made a decision.

It is delaying the decision.

It is expected to issue a decision soon.

It has no role.