Published on Jul 1, 2024, 8:00:51 PM
Total time: 00:38:20
Host: Rusty Cannon
The Supreme Court says President is entitled to some immunity
Today, the United States Supreme Court issued its opinion on presidential immunity. While they decided the president and former presidents don’t enjoy "absolute" immunity, they did specify that there are instances where presidential immunity is applicable. The biggest question now – based on their ruling – is what constitutes "official" versus "unofficial" presidential duties? KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas helps us break it down.
What’s the future of President Biden’s campaign?
In the days following the CNN Presidential Debate, calls for President Biden to withdraw have only continued to grow. Prominent Democrats have joined in the calls, but after a weekend spent with his family, Biden says he won’t drop out. ABC News Correspondent Jay O'Brien talks about the president’s insistence to stay in the race, and offers insights into any possible alternative choices for Democrats.
The margin in CD-2's Republican Party nomination continues to narrow
Counties continue to count and work to cure ballots relating to the 2nd Congressional District Republican primary race. With each new update, incumbent Celeste Maloy’s lead over Colby Jenkins seems to lessen. Deseret News' Brigham Tomco discusses what ballots are still outstanding and how many more are needed before Jenkins can request a recount.
Digging into a rate increase proposal for Rocky Mountain Power customers
A proposal to increase power rates for most Utahns made waves over the weekend, even prompting a scathing response from Governor Spencer Cox on social media. But what is the actual proposal, and how would it affect Utah families? Dick Garlish, President of Rocky Mountain Power, joins the program to walk our listeners through the proposal, explaining the reasoning behind the 30% rate increase. We also discuss how these new rates will compare to neighboring states’ electric rates.
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