Trump immunity hearing: Tough questions as the Supreme Court hears both sides

Thursday 25th April 2024 02:39 PM

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The US Supreme Court has heard pointed arguments on whether a former president is immune from criminal prosecution over acts carried out while in office
Donald Trump. who is facing dozens of criminal charges across four cases, claims he – and all presidents – should have presidential immunity
His lawyer was pushed by several justices on the limits of immunity, and asked if a hypothetical coup or bribe would count as an official act
Justices also grilled the prosecution lawyer, asking if failing to grant some form of immunity might open presidents up to bad faith prosecutions
Trump’s trial on charges he tried to overturn the 2020 election is on hold while the Supreme Court considers his immunity claim
It may take several weeks to receive the Justices’ decision, which will likely set a precedent for future US presidents