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Rule and divide: Donald Trump is judged immune

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Trump's Immunity and Presidential Precedent

This chapter examines a pivotal Supreme Court ruling granting Donald Trump partial immunity concerning actions during his presidency, particularly related to election interference. It discusses the implications of this decision on future presidential accountability and the potential normalization of presidential misconduct. The chapter highlights the division in the court regarding the preservation of a strong executive branch versus the foundational legal principle that no one is above the law.

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