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President as ‘king’, and other giant Supreme Court cases

Jul 5, 2024
28:20
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University of Michigan law professor Leah Litman discusses the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling granting presidents immunity, impacts of conservative decisions on abortion and corporate regulations, and the reshaping of America. The podcast delves into the motivations of the majority conservative court and how these decisions will affect Americans for years to come.
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Quick takeaways

  • Presidents can now break the law without fear of prosecution for official acts.
  • Supreme Court rulings are reshaping America with implications on presidential powers and agency regulations.

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The Presidential Immunity Ruling

The recent Supreme Court ruling established that presidents are entitled to absolute immunity, preventing them from being criminally prosecuted for actions falling within their constitutional authority. This immunity extends even to actions beyond exclusive presidential powers, offering a shield from criminal prosecution. Critics highlight concerns that this ruling could empower future presidents, potentially allowing abuses of power with limited accountability, as exemplified by hypothetical scenarios involving political intimidation.

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