
Rule and divide: Donald Trump is judged immune
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Presidents Need Wide Berth for Energetic Executive
The court's decision is based on the premise that presidents should have the freedom to exercise their executive power without the fear of facing criminal prosecution for controversial actions taken during their term in office. This allows for an energetic executive as envisioned by the founders, with a single president not burdened by legal consequences after leaving office.
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