Donald Trump says that “a president of the United States must have full immunity, without which it would be impossible for him/her to properly function.” U.S. courts and the Department of Justice do, in fact, recognize presidential immunity from prosecution for actions taken as part of official duties. Does this leave room for the (ongoing) indictment of Trump for his part in the January 6 insurrection?
Perspective 136. Trump: Can He Be Prosecuted?
Perspective 136. Trump: Can He Be Prosecuted?
Perspective 136. Trump: Can He Be Prosecuted?
Donald Trump says that “a president of the United States must have full immunity, without which it would be impossible for him/her to properly function.” U.S. courts and the Department of Justice do, in fact, recognize presidential immunity from prosecution for actions taken as part of official duties. Does this leave room for the (ongoing) indictment of Trump for his part in the January 6 insurrection?