Former President Donald Trump has criticized New York State Supreme Court Justice Arthur Engoron (Justice Engoron isn’t named as Judge Merchan), who recently rejected Trump’s bid to delay a deposition in a civil investigation into his business practices. Justice Engoron ruled that Trump and his two oldest children had to provide testimony, rejecting arguments that they had immunity due to ongoing criminal investigations. Trump claims that the judge is behaving as if he is above the Supreme Court.
It’s important to note that Trump’s accusation comes as part of his commentary on the ongoing legal process and reflects his personal opinion rather than an objective assessment of the judge’s actions. U.S. law allows for investigation and legal action to be taken against any individual, regardless of their previous or current positions, provided there is reasonable cause. No individual, even a former President, is immune to civil or criminal investigation.
