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Democrats split over Biden's reelection bid due to concerns about his mental fitness and performance at a news conference.
Trump leverages Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity to dismiss hush money conviction, creating uncertainty in his legal cases.
Deep dives
President Biden's News Conference Performance and Calls for Reevaluation
President Biden faced scrutiny over his performance at a recent news conference, sparking concerns about his mental fitness. Following a shaky debate appearance, Democrats are split on whether a younger candidate should replace him. Despite showcasing knowledge on foreign policy details, Biden made notable mistakes, such as misidentifying individuals. Post-conference, additional Democrats urged Biden to reconsider his reelection bid.
Donald Trump's Legal Battle and Request for Conviction Dismissal
Former President Trump sought to dismiss his hush money conviction, leveraging a Supreme Court ruling regarding presidential immunity for official actions. Trump's legal team argued for the dismissal of evidence, including presidential tweets, calling for the judge to overturn the jury's verdict. The unique legal situation may impact Trump's multiple criminal cases, creating uncertainty in the judicial decision-making process.