Cato Daily Podcast
How Much Immunity from Future Prosecution Is Due to Former Presidents?
Apr 26, 2024
Legal expert Clark Neily discusses the debate around immunity for former presidents, focusing on Trump's case before the Supreme Court. Topics include broad presidential immunity in criminal cases, the balance between accountability and immunity, and the implications for future presidencies.
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- Presidents may seek immunity from prosecution for actions taken in office, raising debates on the extent of such protection.
- The issue of presidential immunity involves balancing accountability for misconduct with the need to preserve executive decision-making.
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Arguments for Presidential Immunity
Trump's lawyers argued before the US Supreme Court that presidents should have immunity from criminal prosecution for some decisions made while in office. They raised questions about holding a president accountable for actions like using drones or targeting political rivals, highlighting the complexities of defining the scope of presidential immunity.
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