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Dustlawyer

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4. Think about the other can of worms this would open if you follow it to its logical conclusion.

Reply to riversedge (Reply #1)

Wed May 1, 2024, 08:16 AM

May 1

The President orders his opposition imprisoned immediately and without trial. The officers who violate those individuals civil rights can be prosecuted. The jailers who are illegally holding them prosecuted as well. Soldiers and police officers are to obey all lawful orders but not unlawful ones.

Where do you draw the line if you give the President immunity? This whole thing is ridiculous!

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Judge Luttig DISMANTLES Supreme Court Trump APPEASEMENT - Meidas Touch [View all] Rhiannon12866 May 1 OP

likely to grant some "criminal immunity" This is scary VERY scary stuff. This means ONE person will be Above the LAW!! riversedge May 1 #1

Exactly, and that one person is charged with numerous crimes, including jeopardizing national security Rhiannon12866 May 1 #2

Think about the other can of worms this would open if you follow it to its logical conclusion. Dustlawyer May 1 #4

I fail to understand what the opinions of someone not able to influence a decision kelly1mm May 1 #3

Appreciate thoughtful discussion by people who are familiar with our laws and Constitution Wild blueberry May 1 #5