In 2003, John Bolton stated that the United States would not subject its actions to the constraints of the ICC. More than a decade later, the US still opposes any ICC sanctions against itself or its allies. In this chapter from The WikiLeaks Files, Linda Pearson explains how “elite immunity” ensures that many of those responsible for human rights abuses remain unreachable under international law.
US House Speaker Mike Johnson revealed that Congress may vote on imposing sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC). This action is in response to the ICC’s issuance of an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Johnson emphasized that Congress is exploring all options, including sanctions, to ensure that the ICC and its leadership are held accountable if they pursue the warrant against Netanyahu.
“Congress is reviewing all options, including sanctions, to punish the ICC and ensure its leadership faces consequences if they proceed,” he said in a statement.
