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The Supreme Court ruled that presidents have substantial immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts, sending the case back to lower courts. Justice Clarence Thomas raised concerns about the constitutionality of Special Counsel Jack Smith’s appointment, questioning whether the office was established by law. Former Attorney General Ed Meese argued that Smith’s appointment was unconstitutional, claiming he lacks the authority to represent the United States. Thomas echoed these concerns, suggesting that the prosecution cannot proceed without addressing the legality of the Special Counsel’s office.

President Biden’s campaign is launching a new ad in key battleground states, aiming to counter the negative narrative surrounding his performance in the recent CNN Presidential Debate. The ad emphasizes Biden’s resilience and attacks Trump’s dishonesty, while the campaign highlights record-breaking fundraising efforts in an attempt to reassure supporters and party officials.

The Supreme Court has ruled that former presidents have substantial immunity from prosecution for official acts committed while in office, a decision former President Trump hailed as a ‘big win for our Constitution and for democracy.’ The court’s ruling in Trump v. United States clarifies the scope of presidential immunity, but leaves the line between official and unofficial acts for lower courts to determine. The decision comes as Trump faces charges in connection with the January 6th Capitol riot and the 2020 election.

CNN faced backlash from liberal commentators and Biden loyalists after the network’s moderators were praised by bipartisan voices for their performance during the debate between President Biden and former President Trump. Critics accused CNN of failing to fact-check former President Trump and called for the network to be “burned down” for its handling of the event.

Steve Bannon, a former advisor to President Trump, will begin serving a four-month sentence in federal prison on Monday for contempt of Congress after defying a subpoena from the House Select Committee investigating the January 6th Capitol riot. Bannon’s lawyers argued the subpoena was invalid due to executive privilege, but the court rejected their claims. The Supreme Court denied his last-minute appeal, and he is now set to report to a Connecticut prison.

Following a widely criticized debate performance, President Biden’s fitness for another term is being questioned. Former Trump administration official Anthony Scaramucci argues that Biden needs to do more to prove his ability, suggesting unscripted appearances and tough interviews. The Biden campaign has defended the president, but some Democrats have called for his withdrawal.

Bill Stevenson, Jill Biden’s ex-husband, has publicly criticized her for supporting Joe Biden’s presidential campaign, expressing concerns about his age and mental state. Stevenson, a former Trump supporter, claims that Biden’s performance has declined significantly and that he believes Biden is not the same man he once knew.

President Biden’s re-election campaign is facing pressure after a recent debate performance sparked concerns among Democratic donors. While Biden’s allies remain confident, some donors are considering withholding contributions and discussions about potential replacements are emerging.

A Polish official has drawn a comparison between President Biden’s recent debate performance and the decline of the Roman Empire, sparking international commentary on the president’s age and cognitive abilities. The comparison, made on X, references the reign of Commodus, whose rule is seen as marking the end of Pax Romana, an era of peace and prosperity in ancient Rome.

Former President Trump has endorsed two military veterans, Derrick Anderson and Laurie Buckhout, in their bids to flip House seats from Democratic to Republican control. Anderson, a former Army Green Beret, is running against Rep. Abigail Spanberger in Virginia’s 7th Congressional District. Buckhout, a former Army colonel, is challenging incumbent Rep. Don Davis in North Carolina’s 1st Congressional District. Both candidates highlight their military experience and criticize the current Democratic administration, emphasizing their commitment to American values and conservative policies.