In a flurry of decisions on Thursday, the US Supreme Court addressed several lower-profile cases, while high-stakes matters such as abortion rights, social media regulations, and Donald Trump's prosecution for election meddling are still pending. The rulings shed light on tax laws, presidential election polls, a coin toss for the upcoming debate, and a planned address by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Congress.

One of the cases, Moore v United States, focused on the legality of a one-time tax imposed on Americans holding shares in foreign corporations under the 2017 tax code overhaul enacted during the Trump administration. In a 7-2 vote, the Supreme Court upheld the legality of the tax, establishing a precedent in taxation of foreign investments.

Meanwhile, recent polls in swing states reveal that former President Trump holds an edge over President Joe Biden. An Emerson College poll indicates that Trump is ahead of Biden in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, while the two candidates are tied in Minnesota. The poll suggests that overall support for both candidates has remained relatively stable since Trump's recent conviction for felony business fraud, hinting at a challenging reelection battle for Biden.

In preparation for the highly anticipated first presidential debate next Thursday, the Trump and Biden campaigns flipped a coin to address lingering logistical issues. Biden won the coin flip and exercised his right to choose a specific podium. Consequently, Biden's campaign selected the right podium position, positioning him on the right side of television viewers' screens, while Trump will be on the left. Trump's campaign then opted for him to deliver the last closing statement, resulting in Biden speaking first at the conclusion of the debate.

Additionally, it was announced that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to address a joint session of Congress on July 24. However, this address comes amidst tensions between the Biden administration, some Democrats, and Netanyahu over his handling of the Gaza invasion. Earlier this year, Democratic Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer called for new elections in Israel and criticized Netanyahu.

Amidst the lower-profile rulings, the Supreme Court also issued a decision on a case related to Donald Trump's 2017 tax code overhaul, specifically addressing the taxation of shares in foreign companies. The ruling against a Washington couple who challenged their $15,000 tax on their investment in a foreign company received a 7-2 vote, with Justice Clarence Thomas and Justice Neil Gorsuch dissenting. Justice Brett Kavanaugh described the ruling as "narrow," leaving room for future challenges and signaling potential future battles over the taxation of billionaires.

While these decisions provided insight into various legal matters, the public eagerly awaits the Supreme Court's rulings on high-profile cases dealing with abortion rights, federal regulations, and Trump's potential immunity from the federal charges stemming from his alleged attempts to overturn the 2020 election. The court is expected to release more opinions on these significant issues soon, raising anticipation among legal experts and the public alike.