There was an intriguing sight at the Supreme Court, with a man donning a three-cornered hat, a symbol often associated with MAGA gatherings, but this time aligned against the former president.
Adding to the scene was a Palestinian flag, adding a layer of mystery to the gathering. The presence of a brass band playing jazzy tunes in the bright sunshine added a lively touch to the atmosphere.
On Wednesday, during arguments for the Idaho abortion case, there was a remarkable increase in noise and people compared to Thursday’s proceedings, which involved the case of Shoot ’Em on Fifth Avenue v. United States Constitution, also known as Trump v.
United States, addressing the concept of absolute presidential immunity from criminal law. It seemed that more people were motivated to protest against the controversial abortion issue than to delve into constitutional principles. This observation aligns with my previous discussion on the topic.
Inside the courtroom, it appeared likely that the Court would reject the idea of absolute presidential immunity from criminal law. However, it’s worth noting that Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito seemed supportive of the concept, while Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s stance remained uncertain.
The Court may opt to send the case back to lower courts to address some of the dubious arguments raised by Louisiana assistant solicitor general John Sauer, representing Trump’s interests. Sauer attempted to distinguish between “official acts” and “private acts.”
This move could delay the case from going to trial before the November election, which may have been a hidden motive behind the Court’s decision to take up the case.