U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts is drawing criticism for his handling of President Donald Trump's oath of office. The incident, which involved a slight delay before Trump could place his hand on the Bibles, sparked debate about tradition and protocol during the inauguration ceremony. Legal experts and commentators pointed out previous instances where Roberts' timing during presidential oaths has been questioned.
U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts is facing heavy criticism after he began administering the oath of office to President Donald Trump before First Lady Melania Trump could be next to him with the Trump and Lincoln Bibles.
Legal scholar and attorney Jonathan Turley pointed out that this is not Roberts’s first faux pas when administering an oath to a president. Journalist Jack Posobiec also underscored Robert’s mistake in 2009, which led to a second swearing-in for Obama at the White House.Conservative radio host Mike Gallagher blasted Roberts as a “tool.”
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