President Biden criticizes Supreme Court's "dangerous" immunity ruling, warning it could embolden Trump if reelected. Biden argues the decision removes presidential limits, endangers democracy, and urges voters to judge Trump's actions. He links the ruling to other controversial Court decisions and emphasizes the importance of limited presidential power.
President Joe Biden has strongly criticized the Supreme Court's recent decision on presidential immunity, calling it "dangerous" and warning it could embolden former President Donald Trump if he's reelected. Speaking at the White House, Biden expressed concern that the ruling fundamentally alters a core principle of American democracy.
The President emphasized that the United States was founded on the idea that there are no kings, and this decision potentially removes nearly all limits on presidential actions. He argued that this new principle sets a dangerous precedent, leaving only self-imposed restrictions on presidential power.
Biden linked this ruling to other controversial Supreme Court decisions, including the overturning of Roe v. Wade, suggesting a pattern of eroding established legal principles. He also referenced the January 6th Capitol attack, describing it as one of the darkest days in American history.
The President urged Americans to render judgment on Trump's behavior, particularly regarding the events of January 6th, in the upcoming election. He warned that the court's decision makes it unlikely that Trump will face trial before November, potentially impacting voters' ability to make an informed choice.
Biden drew parallels to George Washington's belief in limited presidential power, contrasting it with the current situation where he believes the law will no longer effectively constrain presidential authority. He pledged to respect the limits of his power but expressed concern about future presidents' actions.
