Poll shows low trust in Supreme Court ahead of Trump immunity decision [Video]

The Supreme Court is set to rule Monday on whether former President Donald Trump is immune from criminal prosecution in his federal election interference case, a decision that could redefine presidential power and reshape the race for the White House. The ruling is also one of several this term that could impact the court’s reputation, as a new poll reinforces that public confidence is eroding. “Most people that I’ve talked to think this is political, and it’s just further evidence of what the poll results show, that the justices are favoring Trump or helping Trump avoid trial,” said American University Law Professor Stephen Wermiel. “I’m not in that camp. I think the court is going to issue what, in its mind, is a major constitutional decision.” According to the latest Associated Press-NORC Center survey, 7 in 10 Americans think justices are more influenced by ideology, rather than impartiality. This sentiment …