Main Justice The Presidency Before the Supreme Court
Apr 26, 2024
Legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord discuss the Supreme Court arguments on Donald Trump's immunity claim, implications for democracy, the complexities of defining boundaries between private and official acts, and the legal debates on presidential immunity from civil prosecution. They also explore a case involving fake electors and indictments related to election interference in the 2020 election.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Discussion on Court Argument Reactions and Implications for Democracy
01:48 • 2min
Presidential Immunity and Official Acts
03:35 • 14min
Navigating the Line Between Private and Official Acts
17:17 • 2min
Legal Implications of Presidential Immunity
19:10 • 16min
Exploring Presidential Prosecution, Supreme Court Attention, and Trial Developments
35:35 • 4min
Uncovering a Scheme Involving Fake Electors
39:24 • 11min
Update on Trial Progress and Listener Engagement
50:22 • 4min