In a landmark decision, the US Supreme Court has ruled that a President has immunity for official acts, effectively granting more power to the presidency. This means that anything a President does in an official capacity cannot be subject to criminal prosecution.
The ruling has significant implications for former President Donald Trump, whose trial on charges of conspiring to overturn the last election will now be delayed. President Joe Biden has expressed concern over the decision, stating that he now fears for the country’s democracy.
The decision has sparked debate over the balance of power in the United States and the implications for the rule of law. Critics argue that granting immunity for official acts could undermine accountability and transparency in government.
Al Jazeera’s Patty Culhane reports from Washington, DC on the far-reaching consequences of the Supreme Court’s ruling on presidential immunity.
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