U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Presidential immunity

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of former President Donald Trump, granting him limited immunity from criminal prosecutions for actions taken while in office. The Court held that a former President is entitled to absolute immunity for official acts but not for unofficial acts. The ruling means any trial of the former president will take place after the November 5, 2024, election.

Key Points

  • Former Presidents have absolute immunity for official acts but not for unofficial acts
  • The ruling grants former Presidents the right to pretrial hearings on immunity
  • The case will likely result in the dismissal of some charges against the former President related to the Capitol riot

Pros

  • Former Presidents are granted limited immunity from criminal prosecutions for official acts
  • Decision provides clarity on the scope of presidential immunity

Cons

  • Critics argue that this ruling could shield former Presidents from accountability for misconduct
  • Some believe the ruling may undermine the rule of law