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Unbeatable Boxing Day Deals in Canada 2024: Shop the Best Sales from Top Retailers!

Boxing Day 2024 is here, and it's time to shop the year's best deals across Canada!  From tech gadgets to winter apparel, major retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and more are offering incredible discounts. Whether you missed out on a Christmas gift or need to stock up on essentials, this is your chance to score big savings. Amazon Canada is leading the charge with discounts of over 70% on a wide range of products, including must-have tech, personal care essentials, and small kitchen appliances. Best Buy Canada is also offering substantial savings on smartwatches, 4K TVs, laptops, and more. Walmart Canada has deals on top brands like PlayStation, Apple, and LG, with savings up to 60%. For fashion enthusiasts, adidas is offering up to 60% off on sneakers and apparel, while Abercrombie & Fitch** has up to 30% off select styles.  Coach Outlet is providing up to 70% off on must-have bags and wallets. Don't miss out on these amazing deals! Start your new year off on t...
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Supreme Court Affirms Presidential Immunity for Official Acts

In a landmark decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that presidents and former presidents enjoy broad immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts conducted while in office1. Chief Justice John Roberts, writing for the majority, emphasized that this immunity applies to all occupants of the Oval Office. Here are the key points:

  1. Presidential Immunity: The court clarified that presidents have absolute criminal immunity for official acts related to their core constitutional powers. Additionally, they have presumptive immunity for other official actions but no immunity for personal actions.

  2. Trump’s Case: Former President Donald Trump faced charges related to his actions on January 6, 2021, when the federal government accused him of attempting to overturn the 2020 election. The court did not explicitly grant immunity to Trump in this specific case but remanded it back to lower courts to determine whether his actions constituted "official acts".

  3. Dissenting Opinion: Justice Sonia Sotomayor dissented, arguing that granting former presidents criminal immunity reshapes the institution of the presidency and undermines the principle that no one is above the law.

In summary, the Supreme Court’s ruling reaffirms the protection presidents receive for their official duties, while leaving room for case-specific evaluation. This decision will likely delay any potential trial for former President Trump until after the 2024 election.

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