Presidents and Security Clearances

Former President Trump is revoking President Biden's 'security clearances' after Biden had barred Trump from intelligence briefings following concerns about Trump's 'erratic behavior.' This highlights the lack of formal security clearances for presidents and the ad hoc nature of access to classified information for former presidents.

Supreme Court ruling on former presidents' immunity from prosecution

The Supreme Court ruled that former presidents have some immunity from prosecution, delaying the criminal case against Donald Trump. It is unlikely he will face trial before the November election. Justice Sonia Sotomayor dissented, calling the decision a mockery of the law. Trump celebrated the ruling on social media. The case has been sent back to the trial court for further analysis.

Legislation for Secret Service Protection of Former U.S. Presidents

Texas Republican Congressman Wesley Hunt is introducing legislation to guarantee lifelong Secret Service protection for all former U.S. presidents, in response to a bill proposed by a Democrat to strip protection from former President Donald Trump if convicted of a felony. Hunt's bill aims to ensure protection remains unaffected by personal or political biases.