Biden Criticizes Supreme Court Ruling Granting Trump Absolute Executive Immunity for Jan 6 Insurrection

Jul 1, 2024, 11:46 PM

President Joe Biden addressed the nation at 7:45 p.m. Eastern Time regarding the Supreme Court's recent ruling on presidential immunity. The ruling, decided by a 6-3 vote, grants former President Donald Trump sweeping and absolute executive immunity for acts performed while in office. Biden criticized the decision, stating it undermines the rule of law and sets a dangerous precedent. He emphasized that no one is above the law in America and expressed concern that the decision could mean there are virtually no limits on presidential actions. Biden also highlighted the importance of the American people deciding on Trump's fitness for a second term, given the implications of the ruling, particularly in relation to the Jan 6 insurrection, which he described as a terrible disservice to the country.