• The 14th Amendment was ratified in 1868, after the Civil War. It was designed to protect the rights of newly freed slaves and to prevent future rebellions.
  • The disqualification clause has been interpreted narrowly in the past. However, there is growing support for the view that it could be applied to Trump.
  • A number of legal challenges are currently pending that could determine whether Trump is eligible to run for president again.
  • The outcome of these challenges could have a major impact on the 2024 election.