On March 5, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously to allow Donald Trump to participate in the Republican primaries, overturning a disqualification based on a constitutional amendment regarding insurrectionists.

Former President Trump responded to the victory by denouncing House Democrats' efforts to bar him from the election ballot.

The Supreme Court's decision has ignited debate over its impact on the presidential election, particularly regarding the timing and influence of Trump's federal trial.

An upcoming Supreme Court ruling on the federal obstruction statute could significantly affect the outcome of Trump's trial and, by extension, the presidential election.

Trump's eligibility to run ensures his involvement in the election cycle, intensifying discussions about the interplay between his federal trial and election dynamics.