In a landmark decision by the US Supreme Court, a ruling on presidential immunity has been met with both praise and criticism. The judgment, which has been welcomed by former President Donald Trump and condemned by current President Joe Biden, strengthens presidential powers according to some critics.
The long-term impact of this ruling, particularly in terms of its implications for presidential immunity and the balance of power within the government, remains to be seen. The timing of the ruling, coming in the midst of a highly polarized political climate and ahead of the 2024 US election, adds another layer of complexity to its significance.
To discuss the implications of this ruling, host Mohammed Jamjoom is joined by a panel of experts including Lynne Rambo, Professor Emerita of Constitutional Law at Texas A&M University’s School of Law, Steve Herman, Voice of America’s chief national correspondent and author, and Leslie Vinjamuri, Director of US and Americas Programme at Chatham House.
As the debate surrounding presidential immunity and the rule of law continues, the Supreme Court’s decision will undoubtedly have far-reaching consequences for the future of democracy in the United States.
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