Politics - Presidential Immunity on Trial: A Deep Dive into Trump's Case | Revry

Yesterday, the Supreme Court spent two and a half hours on oral arguments regarding former President Trump's claim to immunity from prosecution for official actions. Legal analyst Robin Nunn highlighted the critical issues at stake: defining prosecutable acts and the timing of the Court's decision. While Trump's legal team has stepped away from absolute immunity claims, they argue that actions tied to his role as president should be protected. Justice Barrett probed into the distinction between official duties and personal acts, suggesting a path for the prosecution to differentiate between the two. The justices appeared skeptical of full immunity, with Trump's attorneys conceding that crimes like narcotics dealing or murder should not be protected. The case's outcome may hinge on Chief Justice Roberts' stance and whether he can draw a line that satisfies both conservative and liberal justices.