Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity and its impact on Trump's election subversion case
Former President Trump responds to Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity, impacting special counsel Jack Smith's election subversion case. Trump praises the ruling, calling it a 'big win for our Constitution and for democracy.' The ruling makes it unlikely for Trump to go on trial before the 2024 election rematch with Biden.
Key Points
- Former presidents enjoy wide-ranging immunity for their official acts while in office.
- Trial judge will now have to determine if the charges against Trump were based on official or unofficial acts.
- Ruling may impact the Biden-Trump rematch in the 2024 election.
Pros
- Trump praises the ruling as a big win for the Constitution and democracy.
- Ruling makes it unlikely for Trump to go on trial before the 2024 election.
Cons
- Critics argue the ruling will give Trump cover to enact revenge against political enemies.
- Some see the ruling as making it easier for Trump to pursue a path to dictatorship.