A New York judge has rejected Donald Trump’s claim of immunity from prosecution in the hush-money case, ruling that the Supreme Court’s decision regarding presidential actions during office is irrelevant to this conviction. The judge’s decision upholds Trump’s May conviction on 34 counts of falsifying business records. This ruling confirms that, barring a successful appeal, Trump will be the first convicted criminal to assume the presidency. The case centered on payments made to a porn star during the 2016 presidential campaign.
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The recent Trump immunity decision only serves to highlight the complete and utter farce that is conservative ‘originalism’. As someone who values integrity and truth in our legal system, it is disheartening to see the manipulation and distortion of constitutional principles for political gain. The idea that conservative justices are adhering to the original intent of the founding fathers is laughable at best and dangerous at worst.
The very notion of originalism, as touted by conservative lawmakers, seems to be nothing more than a facade to justify their own power grabs and protect their own interests. By cherry-picking elements of the Constitution that suit their agenda, they have created a narrative that shields them from accountability and allows them to act with impunity.… Continue reading
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
When I first heard about the intentional delay by SCOTUS in ruling on Trump’s immunity, I was not surprised. It seems like the perfect scheme to keep the former President shielded from accountability for as long as possible. The fact that a Harvard legal scholar had to point this out speaks volumes about the state of affairs in our country. It’s alarming to see how the highest court in the land can prioritize political motives over justice and rule of law.
The blatant attempt to manipulate the outcome of the case based on who is in power is a direct assault on democracy.… Continue reading
The recent developments within the Supreme Court have left me feeling disillusioned and disheartened. It seems that the conservative majority on the court has abandoned their principles in a bizarre defense of Trump’s immunity claim. The court, which is supposed to uphold the highest values of justice and the Constitution, has lost the trust of the American people. It’s disheartening to witness how political motivations seem to overshadow the pursuit of justice and fairness.
Conservatism, as I understand it, is meant to uphold tradition and restore the past. However, what we are observing now is not an abandonment of conservative ideology but rather a more radical and reactionary strain of it.… Continue reading
I cannot believe the level of absurdity and blatant disregard for justice that was displayed by Justice Samuel Alito during the Trump immunity hearing. His logic was beyond belief, and it’s terrifying to think that he is at the center of one of the darkest days in Supreme Court history. The fact that he and other conservative justices on the Court are maneuvering to protect Trump from facing consequences for his actions is a clear indication of the dire state of our judicial system.
The argument that allowing presidents to commit federal crimes without consequence is necessary for the stability of our democracy is not only flawed but dangerous.… Continue reading
The Supreme Court’s handling of the Trump immunity case has been a complete disaster from the start. It’s incredibly frustrating to witness the highest legal body in the land tip-toeing around such a clear threat to our democracy. The mere fact that they decided to take up this case shows just how unstable our current system is. The delay tactics employed by the Court only serve to further erode the faith that Americans have in our institutions.
The arrogance displayed by the Supreme Court in pretending that this is a difficult decision is infuriating. It’s clear that the only reason they haven’t outright shut down Trump’s immunity claims is to give him the time he needs to avoid possible legal repercussions.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker