Trump Criticizes Appointing Older Supreme Court Justices Despite Own Age

At 78, Trump defends his young Supreme Court picks while facing scrutiny over his own age and mental fitness.

Donald Trump, at 78, is the oldest nominee for U.S. president, drawing comparisons to Joe Biden regarding age and mental fitness.
In a Bloomberg interview, Trump remarked that 'only stupid people put old' individuals on the Supreme Court, focusing on the benefit of appointing younger justices.
During his presidency, Trump appointed three relatively young justices: Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh, and Amy Coney Barrett, contributing to a conservative majority.
Trump's comments have sparked discussions about the age and cognitive abilities of political leaders, with experts expressing concerns about his mental fitness.
Despite questions about his age, Trump emphasizes his successful Supreme Court appointments and avoids engaging with criticisms about his own cognitive abilities.