Presidential Immunity: Balancing Accountability and Governance
The United States was founded on principles that strongly oppose unchecked power and autocratic rule. The American Revolution was a direct response to the oppressive governance of King George III, leading to the creation of a democratic system grounded in accountability, separation of powers, and the rule of law. Today, the concept of presidential immunity challenges these foundational principles and raises critical questions about the balance between effective governance and legal accountability. ### The Founding Principles The U.S. Constitution was meticulously crafted to prevent any single branch of government from becoming too powerful. The framers established a system of checks and balances to ensure that the legislative, executive, and judicial branches would operate independently yet interdependently, each capable of restraining the others. This framework was designed to uphold the rule of law, ensuring that no individual, including the president, is above the law. ### President...