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Supreme Court's Controversial Ruling Grants Trump Immunity, Overturns Chevron Doctrine

Jul 12, 2024, 01:32 PM

The Supreme Court's recent ruling in Trump v. United States has granted presidential immunity from criminal prosecution for actions taken using official powers. This decision, supported by the court's six Republican-appointed justices, has sparked significant controversy and concern. Legal experts and commentators argue that the ruling undermines democratic principles and could lead to abuses of power by future presidents. Some experts have warned that this could turn democracy into a dictatorship or even a monarchy. The decision has prompted calls for Congress to pass a constitutional amendment to overturn the ruling. Additionally, the court's decision to overturn the Chevron doctrine, which had allowed federal agencies to interpret ambiguous statutes, has significant implications for regulatory power. This change is expected to lead to increased legal challenges and a push for clearer legislative guidelines from Congress, particularly affecting industries such as healthcare and crypto regulation. Several justices, who had worked in presidential administrations, were noted to be extremely protective of the modern presidency.