The online version of From the Politics Desk provides a newsletter with the latest reporting and analysis from the NBC News Politics team. In a recent edition, senior political editor Mark Murray discusses how Democrats’ efforts to downplay concerns about Joe Biden’s age have backfired. Despite dismissing worries about Biden’s age and fitness, many voters have expressed concerns, and his performance in the recent debate has raised further doubts. With the Democratic Party in panic mode, some are questioning whether those who raised concerns about Biden were right all along. On the campaign trail, Biden acknowledges his shortcomings but emphasizes his ability to tell the truth and get back up after being knocked down.
Despite Biden’s disappointing debate performance, many Democrats publicly downplay the impact of a single event and show support for the candidate. Meanwhile, President Trump mocks Biden’s competence and continues to criticize him during campaign events. In addition to debate reactions, the newsletter also covers major Supreme Court decisions from Friday, including rulings related to the Capitol riot, federal agency power, and homelessness ordinances. Looking ahead, the Supreme Court will make a high-profile ruling on whether Trump has presidential immunity from prosecution for his actions post-election. Other top stories covered in the newsletter include fact-checking the candidates’ claims during the debate, declining debate ratings, and global perspectives on the candidates’ foreign policy views.
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