What does presidential immunity ruling mean for presidential power, democratic norms? – ABC News
The Guardian’s editorial critiques the US Supreme Court’s recent ruling on presidential immunity, labeling it a significant blow to democracy. The court, with a conservative majority, granted broad immunity to presidential actions, potentially shielding Donald Trump from the 2020 election subversion case. The decision, written by Chief Justice John Roberts, is described as disingenuous, warning against focusing solely on current issues. Justice Sonia Sotomayor’s dissent highlights the dangers, asserting that the ruling effectively places the president above the law, immune even from extreme actions. The editorial warns that this ruling, along with other recent decisions, undermines regulatory powers and supports corruption, favoring the rich and powerful. This shift in the court’s stance is seen as contrary to the founders’ intent, turning the court into a tool of tyranny rather than a safeguard against it.
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