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Supreme Court Grants Presidential Immunity, Excludes Staff

The ruling shields presidents from criminal prosecution but leaves aides vulnerable to legal consequences.

  • The decision aims to empower presidents to act decisively without fear of prosecution.
  • Staff and aides do not receive the same immunity, leading to potential legal risks for following orders.
  • Legal experts express concerns about the imbalance this creates within the executive branch.
  • The ruling could influence ongoing legal battles involving former Trump administration officials.
  • Military personnel remain bound by laws prohibiting the execution of illegal orders.
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