America has experienced nothing but chaos, suspected election interference from a foreign country, unrest, prejudges and the division of common people since Trump came down the escalator at the Trump Tower in New York City announcing his candidacy for President of the United States. I guess this discord laid dormant or underground for years; however, he has made it acceptable and Hell seems to have erupted.
We are told that during his first term cabinet officials kept him in check from executing his wildest impulses.
However, he has considered himself unfettered in his actions after the Supreme Court’s decision on July 1, 2024, granting him limited immunity. This ruling stated that presidents, including former ones, have immunity from prosecution for “official acts” carried out during their tenure.
There have been questions regarding the scope of “limited immunity.” The Supreme Court’s decision clarified that immunity applies only to “official acts” carried out during a president’s tenure. However, what constitutes an “official act” versus an “unofficial act” is debatable. While this debate goes on, Trump and his administration is daily extending the goal post.
Mr. Garcia presents, and has brought forward an interesting case study regarding the limitation of “official acts.” Is it within the purview of limited immunity in terms of “official acts” to disregard a court order when you are doing something unlawful?
Clyde Younger
Watertown Resident