Obama has legal immunity for what he did as president. That means he cannot be prosecuted for official acts during his time in office. But now he has been called to testify before a grand jury. Because of his immunity, he cannot refuse to answer questions by claiming the Fifth Amendment. He has to speak honestly. If he lies, that immunity can be lost, and he could face charges. One expert said, “Immunity does not mean freedom to lie.” This puts Obama in a tricky position.
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Immunity protects presidents only while telling the truth about their actions.
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The grand jury will decide if his testimony raises new issues.
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If Obama lies, prosecutors could open new cases against him.
Behind the scenes, this situation reveals how legal protections for leaders can become dangerous traps. It raises questions about fairness and the limits of presidential power. Much depends on how seriously the grand jury pursues its inquiry.
https://www.justice.gov/usao-dc/pr/former-president-barack-obama-grand-jury-testimony-legal-update