The Supreme Court is set to rule today on whether a president is immune from prosecution over official acts conducted while in the White House. The case stems from former President Donald Trump's challenge to four felony charges over alleged interference with the 2020 election (see list).
Trump's legal team maintains current and former presidents must be impeached by the House and convicted by the Senate before facing criminal prosecution—an argument rejected by lower courts. Justices' questions during oral arguments in April suggest the court is unlikely to rule in favor of absolute immunity but may consider partial immunity.
The Supreme Court is also set to rule on three other cases today, a rare session in which the court has extended rulings past June. Pending decisions include whether states can limit content on social media sites and a case on credit card swipe fees.
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