Can the Supreme Court Be Suborned to Invalidate Mr. Trump's POTUS Election Loss?

Will the Supreme Court, or SCOTUS, be able to overturn or invalidate Mr. Trump's loss in the upcoming POTUS election? This article delves into the current legal landscape and the feasibility of such a move.

Insufficient Evidence for Overturning the 2020 Election Results

As far as legal possibilities currently stand, it is impossible for the Supreme Court to rule the results of the 2020 election invalid unless Mr. Trump somehow manages to win the upcoming election and forces Congress to reverse their decision with no substantial evidence.

The cases in play do not address this issue. There has been a massive amount of evidence presented showing attempts by Mr. Trump to rig the election, but none of these cases have succeeded in providing evidence to overturn the official results.

Practical Political and Legal Challenges

The practical challenges of Mr. Trump winning the election and the process for even attempting to overturn an election are significant. Mr. Trump has failed to expand his base to secure a general election victory.

Even among his current supporters, the reality of potential felony convictions is causing a shift in support. Independents and moderate Republicans, who might have been willing to support him out of loyalty, will likely crumble as support for a convicted felon diminishes.

The 14th Amendment and Legal Disqualification

A major legal argument, supported by a majority of constitutional scholars, is that Mr. Trump is disqualified under the 14th Amendment. This stance may be taken by the court to avoid injecting politics into the law. The court would not be deciding a political question, but a legal one: What does the 14th Amendment mean in relation to Donald Trump?

Given the events of January 6, 2021, the court cannot protect Mr. Trump from disqualification. The decision to disqualify him is not something the court can intervene in, as it is a choice made by his supporters or other branches of government.

Post-Election Scenarios and Future Prospects

If the Supreme Court upholds the 14th Amendment, it is possible that other candidates could gain a better chance of winning an election, such as Senator Ron Haley, who might have better odds than Mr. Trump, considering the latter may be a convicted felon at that time.

While it is rare for the Supreme Court to ignore the constitution, there is a realistic chance that some of the more far-right justices might prioritize their loyalty to Mr. Trump over their sworn duty to uphold the law.

Long-term, the MAGA movement can anoint a new leader who is not disqualified and continue to achieve their goals legally. Meanwhile, the Republican Party can work to present a true conservative candidate in the future, even in this upcoming election.

Ultimately, the success of these strategies depends on the political climate and other unforeseen events. Maintaining red hats as a revenue source will be a constant for Mr. Trump, while true conservatives within the Republican Party seek to present a more appealing option.