U.S. Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity

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The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that presidents have absolute immunity for their core constitutional powers and are entitled to a presumption of immunity for other official acts. They do not have immunity for unofficial acts. This decision impacts Trump's legal cases and delays his federal election interference case. It also complicates pending criminal cases he is facing in D.C., Florida, and Georgia.

Key Points

  • Presidents have absolute immunity for core constitutional powers
  • Presidents are entitled to a presumption of immunity for official acts
  • Court's decision impacts Trump's legal cases and delays federal election interference case

Pros

  • Presidents have absolute immunity for core constitutional powers
  • Presidents are entitled to a presumption of immunity for official acts

Cons

  • Presidents do not have immunity for unofficial acts
  • Complicates pending criminal cases against Trump