According to a USA TODAY-Ipsos poll, Americans believe that the outcome of the next presidential election will significantly impact the future of the Supreme Court. The issue appears to be more important for Democrats, with more of them strongly agreeing that the election will impact the court compared to Republicans and independents. Democrats also rank the court as a more important issue when deciding how to vote. Recent decisions, including those on abortion and presidential immunity, and proposals for court reforms such as term limits, are more familiar to Democrats. President Trump’s appointments to the court, particularly those who oppose abortion rights, have galvanized Democrats. The decision to grant immunity protections to presidents, including Trump, has led to alarm among Democrats about the threat to democracy. While some voters express concerns about the impact of the court on issues like reproductive rights, others prioritize issues like the economy and immigration in deciding how to vote. Overall, the role of the Supreme Court and its potential for influence in future decisions is a major factor for voters in the upcoming presidential election.
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