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Trump v. United States

Decided
Docket:23-939
D.C. Circuit
Argued April 25, 2024
Decided July 1, 2024
Question Presented

Whether a former President enjoys presidential immunity from criminal prosecution for conduct alleged to involve official acts during his tenure in office.

Plain English Summary

The Supreme Court ruled that former presidents have broad immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts taken while in office. The Court held that presidents have absolute immunity for actions within their core constitutional powers and presumptive immunity for other official acts.

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Case Timeline

Certiorari Granted

Supreme Court agreed to hear the case

Oral Arguments

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Case argued before the Court

Apr 25, 2024

Opinion Issued

Court's decision released

Jul 1, 2024