Political scientist Norm Ornstein discusses President Biden's debate performance, possible Democratic Party plans if Biden drops out, and the recent troubling Supreme Court decisions. Topics include Trump's lies, the direction of the country, and the implications of a Trump victory on the composition of the Supreme Court.
President Trump's lies at the debate were overshadowed by Biden's poor performance, raising concerns about the Democratic Party's future.
Norm Ornstein breaks down the negative Supreme Court decisions, indicating a concerning direction for the country's legal system.
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The President's Debate Performance
The podcast discusses the recent debate where President Trump's behavior and communication during the event raise concerns about his mental fitness. Despite giving a good rally speech the following day, scripted prompts contrasted with his debate performance, highlighting possible cognitive decline. The significance of Trump's decision-making ability as the president and its impact on the upcoming elections is scrutinized.
Supreme Court Decisions
The podcast delves into recent Supreme Court rulings, including 'Grants Pass' upholding a law banning homeless people from sleeping outdoors and a decision impacting the Chevron Doctrine, limiting agency regulations. The potential consequences of these rulings on homelessness, regulatory power, and governmental authority are analyzed, raising concerns about future impacts on public policy.
Political Scenarios and Potential Consequences
The discussion focuses on potential scenarios following the debate, such as Joe Biden's candidacy challenges and the Democratic Party's strategic decisions. Concerns about party unity, Biden's performance recovery strategies, and the possibility of alternate candidates emerging are analyzed, hinting at the complexities and uncertainties in the upcoming presidential race.
Donald Trump lied over and over again at the debate. But it's been overshadowed by President Biden's terrible performance. Political scientist and an emeritus scholar at the American Enterprise Institute Norm Ornstein joins us to recap Thursday evening's debacle. Is there a plan forward for the Democratic Party if Biden drops out? How can Biden prove that the debate was an anomaly and win his party back? Plus, the latest round of Supreme Court decisions dropped on Friday. Norm breaks down the terrible decisions and what they say about the direction they are taking this country.