The Supreme Court has ruled that former President Donald Trump is immune from federal prosecution for official actions taken while in office.
This 6-3 decision along ideological lines overturns a lower court ruling and could delay Trump’s criminal trial in Washington, D.C.
The landmark ruling expands presidential power by extending immunity to former presidents for their official conduct.
It’s the first time the Supreme Court has considered whether a former president can face criminal charges for actions in office.
Trump, who has pleaded not guilty to charges related to alleged efforts to subvert the 2020 election results, celebrated the decision as a “big win for our Constitution and democracy.”
The case has been sent back to the district court for further proceedings, with the Supreme Court providing guidance on how to move forward.
