In a landmark ruling today, the Supreme Court has declared that former presidents have “absolute immunity” from prosecution for actions taken within their core constitutional powers while in office. This decision has far-reaching implications for the legal cases brought by Democrat prosecutors against former President Donald Trump.
The ruling, which was passed with a 6-3 majority, has been hailed by Trump and his supporters as a significant victory. It effectively shields the former president from prosecution for his actions during his tenure in the White House.
🚨🇺🇸SUPREME COURT: FORMER PRESIDENTS HAVE 'ABSOLUTE IMMUNITY' FOR CORE CONSTITUTIONAL ACTS
The Supreme Court has ruled that former presidents have "absolute immunity" from prosecution for actions taken within their core constitutional powers while in office.
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The ruling specifically applies to actions taken by the president that are considered to be within their official duties. This means that Trump, like other former presidents, would be immune from prosecution for actions such as making policy decisions, issuing executive orders, or engaging in diplomatic negotiations.
However, the ruling does not provide immunity for actions that are considered to be outside the scope of the president’s official duties, such as personal business dealings or criminal activities.
The implications of this ruling for the legal cases against Trump are significant. The ruling effectively nullifies any charges brought against Trump for actions that fall within his official duties as president. This includes, for example, the charges related to his alleged interference in the 2020 election and his handling of classified documents.
Without immunity, the President of the United States is unable to properly serve the American people and defend our nation.
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However, the ruling does not provide blanket immunity for Trump. Charges related to his personal conduct, such as those related to his financial dealings or his role in the January 6th Capitol riot, would still be subject to prosecution.
Trump responded on his social media platform Truth Social, calling it “much more powerful than some expected it to be.”
The Supreme Court’s decision is a major blow to Democrat prosecutors who have been pursuing legal action against Trump. It effectively narrows the scope of their investigations and limits the charges they can bring against the former president. However, it also raises important questions about the balance of power between the executive branch and the judiciary, and the extent to which presidents should be held accountable for their actions.
The ruling is likely to be a topic of heated debate and political controversy in the coming months, as the legal battles against Trump continue to unfold.
