Are former presidents 'above the law'? Acting quickly, special counsel asks SCOTUS for Trump immunity decision

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

49% : "Smith told the Supreme Court that it is "of imperative public importance" that the Supreme Court resolve Trump's immunity claims, and that his trial "proceed as promptly as possible if his claim of immunity is rejected.
40% : "This case presents a fundamental question at the heart of our democracy; whether a former President is absolutely immune from federal prosecution for crimes committed while in office or is constitutionally protected from federal prosecution when he has been impeached but not convicted before the criminal proceedings begin," Smith wrote in the Supreme Court petition.
18% : "The district court rejected respondent's claims, correctly recognizing that former presidents are not above the law and are accountable for their violations of federal criminal law while in office.

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