President Trump has swung between bulling Supreme Court justices and cozying up to them as the court prepares to announce rulings that will decide the fate of key parts of his agenda. The push-and-pull behavior suggests Trump recognizes the court's decisions carry enormous weight but remains uncertain how to manage the relationship.

Supreme Court rulings on executive power, immigration, and regulatory authority will directly shape whether Trump can implement major parts of his policy program. His erratic approach, mixing pressure with flattery, signals the stakes involved for his administration's ability to govern without judicial obstruction.

Markets and businesses watching the court closely will see outcomes that affect regulatory environments and executive authority. Trump's need to charm justices while pressuring them reflects how much his agenda depends on favorable rulings rather than political control alone.