Schiff Exposes John Sauer’s Chilling Claim of Unlimited Presidential Power

At a tense Senate confirmation hearing, Trump’s Solicitor General nominee D. John Sauer was pressed by Senator Adam Schiff over one of the most disturbing legal arguments we’ve ever heard: that a president could not be prosecuted for ordering violence against a political opponent unless first impeached and convicted by the Senate.

Think about what that means — a president above the law, shielded from accountability, even in the face of criminal acts. Schiff’s questioning cut straight to the danger of this claim, exposing how fragile our democracy becomes when those in power twist the law to protect themselves instead of the people.

This isn’t just about legal theory. It’s about the future of our republic, the independence of the Justice Department, and whether we allow the idea of unchecked presidential power to take root in America.

If you believe in equal justice under the law, this exchange should worry you — and motivate you.

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