The conservative Supreme Court has decided to grant immunity to Donald Trump and future presidents for decisions made during their official duties. This effectively shields Trump from any criminal prosecution for actions taken while in office.
However, this immunity does not extend to members of Trump’s administration or his family.
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Trump’s family has been significantly involved in profiting from the federal government and the presidency.
The Trump Department of Justice has no plans to investigate the family for possible corrupt activities, and the current Republican majority in Congress will not pursue inquiries into potential illegal actions by the Trump family.
A shift in power following a Democratic victory in the midterm elections could alter this situation.
The potential for the Trump family to engage in unchecked graft and corruption could be curtailed.
Rep. Jamie Rasin, serving as the Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, has indicated that Democrats intend to scrutinize Trump and his family’s financial dealings if they regain the House majority.
During an interview on ABC’s This Week, George Stephanopoulos questioned Raskin about the presidentâs stock trades, asking, “If House Democrats take back control and win back the House, what will you be doing to look at the financial dealings of the president and his family?â
The Maryland congressman responded:
