09-02-2022, 12:52 AM
btfc wrote:
[quote=hal]
also: Trump vows pardons, government apology to Capitol rioters if he’s elected wapo
“ Whoever incites, sets on foot, assists, or engages in any rebellion or insurrection against the authority of the United States or the laws thereof, or gives aid or comfort thereto, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than ten years, or both; and shall be incapable of holding any office under the United States. “
https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/2383
While courts have never ruled, it is pretty evident that it could not apply to the presidency. The constitution sets not only the qualifications but disqualifications for the office. It is the only office that is addressed in such a fashion. A person could be convicted of treason and still be elected POTUS.
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