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> He said that the judiciary can't check the "legitimate power" of the executive. Where the president decides what is legitimate or constitutional. It’s a fig
by kergonath 2y ago
> He said that the judiciary can't check the "legitimate power" of the executive.
Where the president decides what is legitimate or constitutional. It’s a fig leaf.
- AnimalMuppet 2y agoThat's where the battle line is currently drawn. Does the president get to decide that, or does the judge? Is it a fig leaf, or is it a real constraint?
- anthonygd 2y agoThere fundamentally is going to be conflict in any system of checks and balances. Neither the SCOTUS nor POTUS get to unilaterally decide the limits. Trump hasn't been following convention, but that doesn't mean he's wrong. We also can't just assume he's right. Having the 3 branches hash out a balance is perfectly reasonable and confirms the system is working as intended.