Biden Urges Constitutional Amendment to End Presidential Immunity in Farewell Address

In a final Oval Office speech, Biden warns against unchecked presidential power and a growing concentration of wealth and influence in the U.S.

President Joe Biden called for a constitutional amendment to eliminate presidential immunity for crimes committed in office during his farewell address.
The proposal directly challenges a 2024 Supreme Court ruling that granted sitting presidents absolute immunity for official acts and presumptive immunity for broader actions tied to their role.
Biden criticized the ruling as a dangerous precedent, arguing it removes meaningful legal constraints on presidential power and undermines democracy.
The Supreme Court decision led to the dismissal of federal criminal cases against Donald Trump, including investigations into his efforts to overturn the 2020 election results.
Biden's speech also highlighted concerns about the rise of an oligarchy in America, warning of the risks posed by the unchecked concentration of wealth, power, and technological influence.