Staff ReportsIn an action reminiscent of a desperate sitcom gimmick, President Joe Biden recently proposed an amendment to the Constitution to strip presidential immunity for actions taken while in office. This audacious suggestion came from the Oval Office during what some are calling a farewell address, raising eyebrows across the nation. The timing of this proclamation coincides suspiciously with the historic and ongoing legal challenges faced by former President Donald Trump, leading many to ponder whether this amendment is a thinly veiled attack targeted specifically at him.
Biden’s assertion that “no president is immune from crimes that he or she commits while in office” sets the stage for what can only be interpreted as a retaliatory move against Trump. It seems less like a genuine concern for the sanctity of the presidency and more like a political chess move in a never-ending game. One might wonder if this proposal is simply a way for Biden to throw shade at his predecessor, hoping to give the Democrats the upper hand in a game that’s already prone to theatrics.
In his seemingly self-important address, Biden also raced to advocate for a host of reforms—an end to “dark money,” term limits for Supreme Court justices, ethics reform, and even a ban on stock trading for Congress members. All these lofty goals sound like they could come straight from a campaign rally, complete with crowd cheers and nosebleed ticket prices. It appears that in his quest for relevance, Biden is keen on pandering to a base that frequently demands accountability, yet he himself has been under scrutiny for numerous questionable actions during his presidency.
The notion of amending the Constitution isn’t new, but the Herculean effort required to enact such a change would likely leave Biden reminiscing about his glory days. A Constitutional amendment needs a two-thirds majority in both the House and Senate, or a two-thirds majority of state legislatures to even initiate. After that, it skids toward a trial by fire where three-fourths of state legislatures must approve it. Spoiler alert: the chances of achieving that feat are about as likely as finding a unicorn at a Bernie Sanders rally.
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Biden’s innovation has evoked laughter among conservative commentators, particularly in light of a Supreme Court decision last summer that affirmed the president’s immunity while performing official duties, allowing for some semblance of stability in federal governance. Chief Justice John Roberts emphasized that presidents should be able to exercise their powers without the constant suspicion of prosecution, a sentiment that many Americans seem to appreciate. Despite the concerns about unchecked power expressed by Biden and his party, most Americans understand that the president must wield authority while being accountable, without being dragged through the legal muck every time someone disagrees with them.
If the proposal for this amendment feels like an overreach stemming from partisan turmoil, that’s because it probably is. Biden is undertaking an uphill battle against historical precedent and common sense, all in what many perceive as a stunt to distract from the challenges his administration faces. American precedence shows that stripping immunity is not as easy as changing a light bulb, and perhaps he should focus on running the country instead of running off at the mouth with far-fetched amendments.
