Overview

• In his Chicago address, Biden accused President Trump of attempting to dismantle constitutional checks with backing from a compliant Supreme Court.
• He framed this moment as a watershed in U.S. history, warning that aggressive executive orders are eroding long-standing legal precedents and basic freedoms.
• Biden claimed the current administration is rolling back Biden-era achievements and subjecting law firms and judges to pressure when they challenge its policies.
• Avoiding a direct mention of President Trump, he labeled him 'this guy' and faulted lawmakers for allowing unchecked executive power.
• He called on lawyers to represent those unable to afford legal services and urged citizens to resist unconstitutional acts to safeguard democratic norms.