Trump Appeals Illinois Disqualification, Asks for Stay of Removal From Ballot by Catherine Yang – US Politics News

Attorneys for former President Donald Trump asked an Illinois appeals court on Feb. 29 to stay a judge’s order disqualifying him from the ballot.
Cook County Circuit Court Judge Tracie Porter ruled on Feb. 28 that President Trump was “disqualified by engaging in insurrection” and votes for him should be voided if the order goes into effect.
Illinois will hold primary elections on March 19. Ballots have already been printed with President Trump’s name on them, and mail-in ballots with his name have been sent to voters.
“Staying this judgment until the Illinois appellate courts finally decide this case would reduce the great risk of voter confusion and logistical difficulties for election officials,” the appeal reads….