The Daily Trump Wins Broad Immunity
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Jul 2, 2024 
Adam Liptak, Supreme Court correspondent for The New York Times, delves into the Supreme Court's recent ruling granting Donald Trump broad immunity from criminal prosecution related to his presidential actions. He discusses the ruling's implications for federal cases linked to the 2020 election and its potential to expand presidential power significantly. Liptak raises vital questions about accountability, the distinction between official and unofficial conduct, and how this decision may reshape governance in future administrations.
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Trump's Victories
- Former President Trump achieved both a political victory at the first presidential debate and a legal victory at the Supreme Court.
- This legal victory involved a ruling that could significantly impact the case against him for attempting to overturn the election.
Impact of the Ruling
- The Supreme Court ruling weakens the federal case against Trump for trying to overturn the election.
- The ruling dramatically expands the power of the presidency itself.
Broad Presidential Immunity
- The Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling grants the president immunity for official conduct, defined broadly.
- This high barrier to prosecution applies even to actions at the "outer perimeter" of official duties.