Outside Last Week's Debate, Trump Gained Momentum With Two Major Supreme Court Developments — For Better Or Worse

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has experienced a series of political triumphs this week, following President Joe Biden‘s lackluster performance in their inaugural debate and two positive Supreme Court rulings.

What Happened: Despite facing criticism for his own debate performance, Trump managed to capitalize on Biden’s apparent memory lapses and strained voice, which have raised concerns about the 81-year-old president’s health. Trump’s sharp retorts during the debate have caused unease among Democrats.

“Trump is benefiting only in the sense that Biden did not benefit,” Christian Grose, a professor of political science and public policy at the University of Southern California, told Business Insider.

Grose, however, pointed out that the majority of voters have already made up their minds and Biden’s poor performance is unlikely to convince Democrats to switch sides.

In a development that occurred less than 24 hours after the debate, the Supreme Court overturned the Chevron doctrine, a decision that conservatives have long championed, and reduced charges for several individuals involved in the Jan. 6, 2021 riots. Both rulings are perceived as victories for Trump, who appointed three conservative justices during his tenure.

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However, Grose warned that these wins could potentially harm Trump’s campaign by reminding voters of the Supreme Court’s conservative shift under his administration.

Additionally, Trump’s refusal to accept responsibility for his actions could deter undecided voters, particularly if the Supreme Court grants him extensive immunity.

“We just have to wait and see how the polls shake out,” Grose added.

Why It Matters: The recent events have undoubtedly given Trump a political boost, but whether this momentum will translate into electoral gains remains to be seen.

The Supreme Court’s rulings and Biden’s debate performance could potentially influence public opinion and shape the political landscape in the lead-up to the next election. However, as Grose pointed out, most voters have already made up their minds, and these developments may not significantly alter the political dynamics.

The impact of these events on Trump’s political fortunes will become clearer as the polls unfold.

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