No, it actually doesn't.
The 11th Amendment prevents suits against states by citizens without the state's permission.
And certain elected officials are granted specific immunities while performing their job functions. See the Speech and Debate Clause in Article I, and protections for the executive branch in Article II.
However, it is the common law doctrine of Sovereign Immunity that generally protects the federal government, not a specific grant in the constitution. This was established in a series of cases from 1793 through 1834 (see third link below). And that protection has been waived by federal statute in some situations.
2006-07-11 03:11:56
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answered by coragryph 7
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If you're suing for money, then the laws are clear.
It's a separation of powers. The Supreme Court cannot tell Congress how to spend the taxpayers' money.
It's the same reason why, if you have to sue the city, you must take it to state or federal court. The municipal court has no authority to order the city to pay, even if you get a multi-million dollar judgement.
2006-07-11 10:29:30
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answered by Anonymous
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who told you that? everyone else said yes-but-anything is possible and no one gave reasons or passages from the Constitution...
2006-07-11 10:12:22
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answered by Anonymous
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yes
2006-07-11 10:10:31
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answered by thebushman 4
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yes it does
2006-07-11 10:10:44
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answered by whoisgod71 3
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