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Bloomberg Law

Trump Wants Absolute Immunity

Oct 11, 2023
Former prosecutor Jessica Roth discusses Trump's claim of presidential immunity. Bloomberg reporter Ava Benny-Morrison covers the testimony against Sam Bankman-Fried. Bloomberg reporter Dan Papscun discusses the 'hot tub' in a San Francisco court case.
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Quick takeaways

  • Trump's claim of absolute presidential immunity in the case could establish new law on a president's reach of criminal law after leaving office.
  • The court's ruling on presidential immunity has significant consequences for future presidents' ability to face criminal prosecution and perform their duties.

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Trump's Claim of Presidential Immunity

Trump's attorneys argue that he enjoys absolute presidential immunity from prosecution, claiming that the indictment brought by the special counsel is based on his official acts as president. This motion could establish new law regarding a president's reach of the criminal law even after leaving office.

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