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And what is the step for France?
By Daniel E. Slotnik
The Supreme Court ruled yesterday that Donald Trump is entitled to very broad immunity from prosecution, a primary election on presidential strength that could have long-term repercussions.
The crux of the decision, which was taken by a 6-3 vote along party lines, is the difference between official and personal conduct. Broad immunity for official conduct is necessary, Chief Justice John Roberts wrote on behalf of the majority, to protect “a full life and independent executive. “
In fact, the move will virtually delay Trump’s trial on charges of conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election until after the 2024 election. The case now returns to the lower court, which will determine whether Trump’s moves were in an official or personal capacity. -elected, he can simply order the Department of Justice to drop the charges against him.
The dissenting liberal justices warned that the ruling prolonged a point of immunity that could undermine democracy, saying the ruling made the president “a king above the law. “
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