Tag: Absolute Criminal Immunity

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Oral arguments suggest the Supreme Court’s about to plunge into a constitutional abyss in Trump-immunity case

In case before Supreme Court on immunity of Trump, nine justices appear to be working with feathers and glue on a plunge into a constitutional abyss.

Supreme Court Seems Open to Allowing Some Presidential Immunity, May Delay Trump Trial

Justices wrestled with how to define a president’s ‘official’ versus ‘private’ acts. A decision may delay President Trump’s trial,...
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19 Retired Generals, Admirals File Supreme Court Brief Against Trump Immunity Bid

More than a dozen former Defense Dept officials, generals, and admirals filed a brief with SCOTUS arguing against Trump’s presidential immunity arguments.

5 Key Questions for Supreme Court in Trump’s Immunity Appeal

Supreme court may wrestle with separation of powers, definition of ‘official acts,’ and how curbing immunity could affect executive decision-making in Trump's immunity appeal.

Trump Urges Supreme Court to Hold That Presidents Enjoy Absolute Criminal Immunity

Trump suggested Liz Cheney, co-chair of controversial House Jan. 6 committee, should face prosecution for withholding evidence during her time on the panel.