Supreme Court Weighs Presidential Immunity Amid Trump Trial Tensions
April 27, 2024The Supreme Court is considering a new test for presidential immunity which may affect the prosecution of former President Donald Trump regarding the January 6 events.
Trump's legal team has invoked claims of immunity, causing postponements in his criminal trials.
The case, Trump v. United States, has raised concerns over possible conflicts of interest among Supreme Court justices.
Accountable.US president, Caroline Ciccone, has publicly criticized some justices for alleged bias towards Trump and wealthy benefactors.
A conservative majority in the court appears to favor a limited presidential immunity rather than a broad, absolute one.
A decision in the case is expected by the end of June, with major potential impacts on how presidential actions are judged and the legacy of the Roberts court.
The ongoing hearing has triggered debates on the future of presidential accountability and law enforcement.
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Yahoo News • Apr 26, 2024
The Supreme Court immunity hearing boosted Trump's legal strategyLos Angeles Times • Apr 27, 2024
Blanket presidential immunity was unthinkable until Trump came along - Los Angeles TimesDaily Mail • Apr 26, 2024
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