The Rachel Maddow Show
Supreme Court demolishes foundation of U.S. law to aid Trump in criminal prosecutions
Jul 2, 2024
Discussion on Supreme Court immunity ruling aiding Trump in criminal cases, concerns raised by dissenting justices about unchecked presidential power, Planned Parenthood's commitment to healthcare rights, criticism of the ruling as distortion of rule of law, implications of immunity ruling on future legal proceedings, and announcement of upcoming interview with Stormy Daniels
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- The Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity allows a president to commit crimes without accountability, weakening the rule of law.
- The restrictions imposed by the Supreme Court limit evidence and delay accountability, potentially preventing prosecution if Trump is re-elected.
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Implications of Supreme Court Ruling on Presidential Immunity
The Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity sets a dangerous precedent by allowing a president to commit crimes without accountability. It essentially authorizes the president of the United States to violate the law unchecked, giving them immunity for any criminal actions. This ruling, which arrived just before July 4th, significantly weakens the rule of law and could have dire long-term consequences for the nation and democracy itself.
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