above the law
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What is truly remarkable is how Charles immediately came out in support of the notion that his younger brother is not above the law.
From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026
To Britain’s credit, its institutions insist no man is above the law, a point reiterated Thursday by King Charles III, Mr. Mountbatten-Windsor’s brother.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026
"No one should be above the law in this country and the law required that he be held to account," Smith told the panel.
From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026
"A reminder to all those in Minnesota: No one is above the law," US Attorney General Pam Bondi said in an online statement.
From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026
He didn’t have to say anything—he was, after all, a scythe, above the law in every way.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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