Lawrence: We live in a country where most commentators declared the liar the debate winner
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The first presidential debate of the 2024 election between Joe Biden and Donald Trump was the lowest rated in history, with only a third of voters watching. The debate was widely criticized for its lack of substance and focus on performance over policy. Many commentators felt that the debate was a missed opportunity for Trump to present a coherent economic policy or reassure voters on abortion, while Biden struggled to deliver a smooth performance. Despite the criticism, polls released after the debate showed Biden gaining a point in the polls, suggesting that the debate did not significantly alter the race. The debate also highlighted the deep divisions in the country, with Trump continuing to make false claims and attack the legitimacy of the election. The debate was a reminder that the 2024 election is likely to be a close race, with both candidates facing significant challenges. The Supreme Court issued two important decisions today, one overturning the Chevron deference doctrine, which gives massive power to deregulators and takes away the ability of agencies to regulate food and drugs, the environment, and other important areas. The other decision involved January 6th defendants, narrowing the scope of a statute that prohibits people from obstructing an official proceeding. The decision is unlikely to have a significant impact on Donald Trump's case, but it is a reminder of the Supreme Court's growing power and its willingness to overturn precedent.
Outlines
MSNBC App Promotion
This Chapter is a brief advertisement for the MSNBC app, highlighting its features such as real-time analysis of news developments, live blogs, in-depth essays, video highlights, and updates on the 2024 election.
The Last Word with Lorenzo Donald
This Chapter introduces the show "The Last Word" with host Lorenzo Donald, who discusses the recent presidential debate and its impact on the 2024 election. He highlights the low viewership and the lack of substance in the debate, arguing that it did not test anything that is actually part of the daily job of the presidency.
Supreme Court Decisions
This Chapter focuses on two significant Supreme Court decisions: the overturning of the Chevron deference doctrine and a decision narrowing the scope of a statute that prohibits people from obstructing an official proceeding. The chapter discusses the implications of these decisions for the future of regulation and the January 6th defendants.
Monday Night on MSNBC
This Chapter is a brief advertisement for MSNBC's Monday night programming, featuring Jen Socky and Rachel Maddow, who will be discussing the latest news and developments.
Post-Debate Analysis
This Chapter continues the discussion about the presidential debate, with panelists John Heilman, Zirlene Maxwell, and Stuart Stevens offering their perspectives on the debate's impact and the Biden campaign's strategy moving forward. They discuss the importance of fundraising and the need to calm donors who are concerned about Biden's performance.
Supreme Court Decisions with Neil Katyal
This Chapter features Neil Katyal, a legal analyst and host of the podcast "Courtside with Neil Katyal", who provides insights into the two Supreme Court decisions issued today. He discusses the significance of the Chevron deference case and its implications for the future of regulation, as well as the January 6th case and its potential impact on Donald Trump's legal troubles.
Chris Hayes Podcast Promotion
This Chapter is a brief advertisement for Chris Hayes' podcast "Why Is This Happening?", which will be discussing Project 2025, a declaration of war on the idea of America, and its implications for the 2024 election.
Keywords
2024 Presidential Election
The upcoming United States presidential election scheduled for November 2024. The current candidates are incumbent President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. The election is expected to be highly contested and significant for the future of the country.
Presidential Debate
A televised event where candidates for the presidency of the United States engage in a structured discussion and debate on various issues. The debates are typically held in the months leading up to the election and are a major opportunity for candidates to reach a large audience and present their positions on key issues.
Joe Biden
The 46th and current president of the United States. Biden is a member of the Democratic Party and previously served as Vice President under President Barack Obama. He is running for re-election in 2024.
Donald Trump
The 45th president of the United States. Trump is a member of the Republican Party and is running for president again in 2024. He is known for his controversial policies and rhetoric.
Chevron Deference
A legal doctrine established by the Supreme Court in the 1984 case Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc. This doctrine holds that courts should defer to an agency's interpretation of a statute if the statute is ambiguous and the agency's interpretation is reasonable. The Supreme Court recently overturned this doctrine in the case West Virginia v. EPA, which is expected to have significant implications for the future of regulation.
January 6th
The date in 2021 when a mob of supporters of former President Donald Trump attacked the United States Capitol in an attempt to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. The attack was a significant event in American history and has led to numerous investigations and legal proceedings.
Supreme Court
The highest court in the United States federal court system. The Supreme Court is composed of nine justices who are appointed for life by the President and confirmed by the Senate. The Court has the power to review laws passed by Congress and the states, and its decisions are binding on all lower courts.
Neil Katyal
A prominent legal scholar and former acting Solicitor General of the United States. Katyal is a professor at Georgetown Law and a frequent commentator on legal issues. He is also the host of the podcast "Courtside with Neil Katyal".
Project 2025
A document outlining the goals and policies of the Republican Party, which is seen by some as a declaration of war on the idea of America. The document has been criticized for its extreme positions and its potential to undermine democratic values.
Multiracial Pluralistic Egalitarianism
A concept that emphasizes the importance of equality and inclusion for all people, regardless of race or ethnicity. This concept is often contrasted with the idea of white supremacy, which seeks to maintain the dominance of white people.
Q&A
What were the key criticisms of the first presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump?
The debate was criticized for its lack of substance, focus on performance over policy, and Trump's continued false claims and attacks on the legitimacy of the election.
What were the two major Supreme Court decisions issued today, and what are their potential implications?
The Supreme Court overturned the Chevron deference doctrine, which is expected to give more power to deregulators and limit the ability of agencies to regulate important areas. The Court also narrowed the scope of a statute that prohibits people from obstructing an official proceeding, which could have implications for the January 6th defendants.
What is Project 2025, and why is it significant?
Project 2025 is a document outlining the goals and policies of the Republican Party, which is seen by some as a declaration of war on the idea of America. The document has been criticized for its extreme positions and its potential to undermine democratic values.
What is the Biden campaign's strategy moving forward after the first presidential debate?
The Biden campaign is focused on fundraising and reassuring donors who are concerned about Biden's performance. They are also hoping to overcome any negative impact from the debate by highlighting Trump's continued false claims and attacks on the legitimacy of the election.
What is the significance of the low viewership for the first presidential debate?
The low viewership suggests that many voters are not engaged in the election or are not interested in the candidates' positions on key issues. This could have implications for the outcome of the election, as it may be more difficult for candidates to reach and persuade undecided voters.
What are the potential implications of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the Chevron deference doctrine?
The decision is expected to have a significant impact on the future of regulation, as it gives more power to deregulators and limits the ability of agencies to regulate important areas such as food and drugs, the environment, and immigration.
What is the current state of the 2024 presidential race, and what are the key factors that will likely determine the outcome?
The race is expected to be close, with both candidates facing significant challenges. Key factors that will likely determine the outcome include the state of the economy, the candidates' performance in the debates, and the level of voter turnout.
What are the potential implications of the Supreme Court's decision on the January 6th defendants?
The decision is unlikely to have a significant impact on Donald Trump's case, but it could have implications for other January 6th defendants who are facing charges under the statute that was narrowed by the Court.
What is the significance of the Republican Party's Project 2025?
Project 2025 is a document that outlines the goals and policies of the Republican Party, which is seen by some as a declaration of war on the idea of America. The document has been criticized for its extreme positions and its potential to undermine democratic values.
What are the key challenges facing the Biden campaign in the months leading up to the 2024 election?
The Biden campaign faces challenges such as the state of the economy, the potential for a strong Republican turnout, and the need to overcome any negative impact from the first presidential debate.
Show Notes
Tonight on The Last Word: President Biden gives a fiery speech in North Carolina after the debate. And the Supreme Court overturns a 40-year precedent regulating the power of federal agencies. John Heilemann, Stuart Stevens, Zerlina Maxwell, and Neal Katyal join Lawrence O’Donnell.
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