President Joe Biden criticized the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to grant former President Donald Trump immunity for “official acts” carried out during his term, emphasizing that everyone is equal before the law in America, including presidents. This ruling came after an appeal by Trump challenging an earlier decision by an appeals court that relates to investigations into the Capitol riot in January 2021.
Biden expressed concern about the precedent set by this decision and urged for limits on presidential powers and actions. He described the Capitol riot as one of the darkest days in American history, calling it a dangerous precedent that could allow future presidents to bypass the law with little limitation.
The Supreme Court’s ruling comes at a crucial time for Biden, who faces criticism for his poor debate performance against Trump and questions regarding his cognitive abilities. A recent poll showed that a majority of registered voters did not consider Biden mentally fit for presidency, adding further pressure to his campaign.
