Donald J.Trump claims “Slaughter Case” overturns 90 years of precedent, expands presidential power

declared on Truth Social that the ruling greatly increases executive authority at a time when it is most needed.

ByRichard Miniter

First Published: June 29, 2026, 3:37 PM EST

WHITE HOUSE — Donald J.Trump claimed a legal ruling in the “Slaughter Case” overturned 90 years of precedent and expanded presidential power on aTruth Socialpost on June 29, 2026 at 10:24 AM EST.