Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to grant presidents absolute immunity for official acts as president, shielding them from criminal prosecution. Dissenting Justices criticized the ruling, expressing fear for democracy.
Key Points
- Majority ruling grants presidents immunity for official acts
- Dissenting Justices express concern over lack of accountability and potential for abuse of power
Cons
- Potential for abuse of power by presidents
- Undermining accountability and restraint in the Executive branch