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ABC News’ Deputy Political Director Averi Harper and ABC News’ White House Correspondent MaryAlice Parks take a closer look at this week's top political headlines.

You can watch the first presidential debate on June 27 with the ABC News’ special “Race for the White House” with David Muir and ABC News’ political team starting at 8 p.m.

U.S. District Court Judge Aileen Cannon is weighing if special counsel Jack Smith was correctly appointed to serve in the classified documents case against former President Donald Trump. CBS News campaign reporter and attorney Katrina Kaufman has more.

Former President Donald Trump has called for an end to federal taxes on tips, a proposal gaining traction among some congressional Republicans. However, the potential cost in lost tax revenue remains unclear. Ed O'Keefe reports from Las Vegas, where service workers share their views on the idea.

President Joe Biden is spending the weekend huddled at Camp David with his closest advisers preparing to face off against former President Donald Trump.

Former President Donald Trump has proposed eliminating federal taxes on tips for service workers. Republicans in both the House and Senate introduced bills this week to do just that, but there are concerns about how such a move would play out. Ed O'Keefe reports from the campaign trail in Las Vegas.

The Supreme Court returned several opinions Thursday, including a ruling to uphold a Trump-era tax on foreign earnings. Decisions on former President Donald Trump's presidential immunity claims and access to abortions during medical emergencies are still expected. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.

Joe Biden won the coin toss and will be on the right side of the stage during the first debate. Donald Trump got to choose the order of closing statements and decided to have the last word.

Plus, a new Fox News poll has Joe Biden with a slight lead over Donald Trump going into next week's debate.

Former President Donald Trump is holding a campaign fundraiser Wednesday in Ohio, a state represented by Senator J.D. Vance, one of Trump's possible running mate candidates. CBS News campaign reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more on the relationship between Trump and Vance.

Trump declares 'I love Milwaukee' after reportedly using the word 'horrible' for the RNC host city

President Biden and former President Trump are set to face off in their first debate of 2024 next week. The format will be different from debates last time around, as there will be no opening statements and microphones will be muted when it is not a candidate's turn to speak, sources told CBS News. Robert Costa has more on the race.

Former President Donald Trump met with House Speaker Mike Johnson Monday behind closed doors at Mar-a-Lago. On the agenda were House Republicans' razor-thin majority and the uphill climb to retain control of the chamber next year. CBS News campaign reporter Olivia Rinaldi has details.

STORY: Joe Biden and Donald Trump are set to meet for a televised debate on June 27 unlike any other. One accuses his rival of being unhinged and a danger to democracy... :: May 29, 2024 BIDEN: “It’s clear that when he lost in 2020, something literally snapped in this guy.” While the other accuses his opponent of being senile and corrupt. TRUMP: "He can't talk, he can't walk, can't find his way off a stage..." With months to go until the November 5 presidential election, many voters are still undecided. That raises the stakes for the debate, which many may view for possible moments of drama... ...rather than for policy discussions between the Democratic president and his Republican challenger. Here’s what to look out for in the first presidential debate. :: What to watch for in the first presidential debate Biden and Trump - at 81 and 78 respectively - are the oldest candidates to ever run for president. Both are known for their tempers and impatience. They're used to commanding the stage - and have both been president, which means they'll likely see little reason to yield to the other. :: September 29, 2020 BIDEN: “Will you shut up, man…” Biden rattled Trump during their first debate in the 2020 race, leading Trump into what was viewed as a poor performance. MODERATOR CHRIS WALLACE: "I think that the country would be better served if we allowed both people to speak with fewer interruptions. I'm appealing to you, sir, to do that." TRUMP: "Well, and him, too." WALLACE: "Well, frankly, you've been doing more interrupting. " TRUMP: "That's alright but he does plenty." WALLACE: "Well, less than...Less than you have. Let's please continue on." This time - Trump may try to get under Biden’s skin by mentioning the recent conviction of the president’s son, Hunter, on lying about his drug use to illegally buy a gun. TRUMP: "Really? Are you talking about Hunter? Are you talking about Hunter?" BIDEN: "I am talking about my son, Beau Biden..." TRUMP: "I don't know Beau, I know Hunter." But Trump has to make sure not to come across like a bully to moderate voters. For Biden - it may be tempting for him to play up Trump's recent conviction for involvement in a hush-money scheme. But one expert said that could allow Trump to paint himself as a victim of political persecution. :: June 6, 2024 TRUMP: ”I just went through a rigged trial in New York..." For Trump, the danger lies in saying things that underscore Biden’s argument that he is a threat to democratic norms. For example, he's suggested he'll use the Justice Department to target his political enemies. :: March 9, 2024 BIDEN: “When he says he wants to be a dictator, I believe him.” :: January 6, 2021 Democrats also point to Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election and his role in the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Political experts say both candidates should focus on issues that hit home with voters, like the high cost of living. Both Biden and Trump could be rusty. Trump refused to participate in the 2024 Republican primary debates, a decision that did him no harm as he easily beat all his rivals for the party's nomination. Biden also has not been on a debate stage in almost four years. The debate takes place in Atlanta, Georgia, on June 27, hosted by CNN.