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Trump's Legal Immunity and the Implications of Case Dismissals

The dismissal of multiple criminal cases against Trump raises critical questions about presidential immunity in light of a recent Supreme Court ruling.

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Updated: Nov 27th, 2024, 6:10 PM ET

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The dismissal of federal criminal cases against former President Donald Trump, including the election subversion case, underscores unresolved issues regarding presidential immunity following a Supreme Court ruling that may embolden future executive actions. While the Supreme Court's decision grants former presidents certain immunities for official acts, it leaves crucial interpretations to lower courts. Trump, now president again with a Republican Congress, faces fewer oversight checks, raising concerns about accountability and the rule of law during his term.

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