Supreme Court sends Trump immunity case back to lower court, dimming chance of trial before election
As a concerned citizen watching the recent Supreme Court decision on Trump’s immunity case, I am left feeling a sense of deep unease about the implications this ruling holds for our democracy. The 6-3 vote along ideological lines, with Chief Justice Roberts affirming that presidents enjoy immunity for “official acts” but not for “unofficial acts”, sets a dangerous precedent. This ruling essentially shields a president from prosecution for actions carried out within their scope of authority, no matter how egregious those actions may be.
The dissent by Justice Sotomayor eloquently outlines the grave consequences of this decision, emphasizing how it fundamentally alters the relationship between the President and the American people.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker