President Biden condemns the Supreme Court's decision on Trump's immunity, warning of dangerous precedents.
President Joe Biden has criticized the recent Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity in the United States, labeling it as a "dangerous precedent" that he believes undermines the rule of law. Biden's statement followed the court's decision that outlined possible prosecutorial limitations on former President Donald Trump's actions while in office.
In his address from the White House, Biden expressed concern that the ruling virtually grants unrestricted powers to a sitting president, emphasizing that no individual, including the president, is above the law. He highlighted the potential consequences of such judgments, stating that it removes essential legal constraints on presidential authority, potentially leading to self-imposed limitations by the president alone.
Biden noted his alignment with Justice Sonia Sotomayor's dissent, who expressed unease regarding the implications of the court's decision on U.S. democracy. The President called on the American people to pass judgment on Trump's presidential term, echoing Sotomayor's dissent and emphasizing the importance of upholding democracy in the nation.
Regarding House Speaker Mike Johnson's critique of his remarks, Biden faced accusations of attempting to undermine the Supreme Court, with Johnson condemning the President's comments as "despicable" and "dangerous." Biden, who is seeking re-election against Trump, reiterated his discontent with the events surrounding the Capitol raid in 2021 and the implications of the court ruling on potential legal actions against Trump.
Despite not engaging in questions during his address, Biden hinted at the ongoing debates with Trump, referencing their past political encounters and the implications of the court's decision on future legal proceedings.
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