Liz Cheney does not want to Supreme Court to fairly rule on Trump.
Former Representative Liz Cheney of Wyoming, a vocal Republican figure, delivered a pointed message to the Supreme Court on Monday regarding former President Donald Trump’s claim to presidential immunity.
Trump, who faces a barrage of legal challenges, including his alleged involvement in the events leading up to the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, has leaned on presidential immunity as a shield. This immunity claim is pivotal in his federal election interference case, spearheaded by Department of Justice special counsel Jack Smith.
Facing federal felony charges ranging from conspiracy to obstructing an official proceeding, Trump staunchly maintains his innocence, attributing the indictment to political motives.
The Supreme Court is set to deliberate on whether presidential immunity shields Trump from criminal charges stemming from his actions while in office. Cheney, in an opinion piece titled “The Supreme Court Should Rule Swiftly on Trump’s Immunity Claim,” implores the court to expedite their decision, cautioning that any delay could impede justice and obscure crucial evidence.
Drawing from her experience serving on the committee that investigated the Capitol riot, Cheney emphasizes the urgency of holding Trump accountable, especially in light of potential delays orchestrated by the former president.
Highlighting the potential ramifications of prolonged litigation, Cheney underscores the risk of Trump obstructing justice if given the opportunity, citing past encounters with his delay tactics.
Cheney’s stance contrasts sharply with Trump’s fervent defense of his presidential immunity claim, as seen in his impassioned posts on Truth Social, his social media platform of choice. Trump’s insistence on the necessity of presidential immunity to govern effectively stands in stark contrast to Cheney’s calls for accountability and timely adjudication.
As Trump’s legal battles unfold, Judge Juan Merchan’s refusal to excuse him from his ongoing trial underscores the gravity of the legal proceedings and the need for Trump to face the consequences of his actions.
