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The online version of From the Politics Desk offers a comprehensive look at the latest reporting and analysis from the NBC News Politics team, focusing on the campaign trail, the White House, and Capitol Hill. In the latest edition, senior political editor Mark Murray explores how Democrats’ attempts to downplay concerns about Joe Biden’s age have backfired, especially after his lackluster performance in a recent debate. The newsletter delves into the fallout from the debate, as well as the significant Supreme Court decisions that took place that day.
Biden’s allies spent a year dismissing worries about his age, fitness, and ability to defeat Trump, only to face criticism after the recent debate. Despite calls for Biden to be replaced atop the ticket, he remains determined to bounce back. Democrats publicly maintain their support for Biden, with leaders like Rep. James Clyburn acknowledging his poor debate performance but emphasizing that there is still a long road ahead before the election. On the other hand, Trump seized the opportunity to mock Biden during a rally in Virginia, highlighting his perceived lack of competence.
In addition to the debate aftermath, the newsletter covers major Supreme Court decisions, including a ruling in favor of a former police officer involved in the Capitol riot and the overturning of a 40-year-old precedent. It also previews the upcoming high-profile ruling on whether Trump has presidential immunity regarding his efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Other top stories include fact-checking the debate claims, declining debate ratings, global perspectives on the candidates, a ruling on Iowa’s abortion ban, the latest inflation figures, and the return of a stolen pocket watch belonging to Teddy Roosevelt.
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