In a landmark ruling on Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court determined that while Mr. Trump cannot be prosecuted for actions within his constitutional powers as president, he can be held accountable for private acts. This decision represents the first time any form of presidential immunity from prosecution has been acknowledged.
President Biden, commenting on the ruling, emphasized, “This nation was founded on the principle that there are no kings in America,” underscoring that no one is above the law. He noted that the Supreme Court’s decision fundamentally altered the legal landscape.
As he campaigns for re-election against Mr. Trump, President Biden has been vocally critical of his opponent’s actions related to the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. Trump’s supporters, influenced by his false claims of winning the 2020 election, were behind the insurrection.
At 81, President Biden made these remarks at the White House, his first significant address since a challenging debate performance against Mr. Trump last week led to some calls for him to step aside as the Democratic candidate. Given his previous stumbles on the debate stage in Atlanta, his latest remarks will be closely examined for indications of his readiness to continue campaigning and potentially govern for another term.
