Biden: Trump immunity is ‘dangerous’ for America

Joe Biden has warned that the Supreme Court ruling that Donald Trump cannot be prosecuted for official actions sets a “dangerous precedent”. Speaking to reporters at the White House on Monday, Mr Biden said the decision by the conservative justices on the court means the power of the US presidency will no longer be constrained by the law. “This nation was founded on the principle that there are no kings in America ... no one is above the law, not even the president of the United States,” Mr Biden said, speaking hours after one of his campaign officials said the ruling makes it easier for Mr Trump “to pursue a path to dictatorship”. The court on Monday delivered a major boost to Donald Trump who has sought to claim presidential immunity over his actions related to the Jan 6 riots. “This nation was founded on the principle that there are no kings in America. Each, each of us is equal before the law. No one, no one is above the law. Not even the president of the United States,” Mr Bid
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