Neither candidate has exactly 'covered himself in/with glory' [=neither candidate has been very successful or impressive] during this campaign.
They are 'basking in the glory' of their success. [=they are enjoying the attention that has been given to them because of their success]
He intends this movie to be the 'crowning glory' [=the final, most successful part or achievement] of his career as a filmmaker.
(..) You all right? Come on. We'll have a cup of tea. I want to show you something. We're gonna be late! Come on, Cedric. Put it in! Eternal glory. Be brilliant, wouldn't it? Three years from now, when we're old enough to be chosen. Yeah, rather you than me. Yes! Thank you, thank you. (..)2005 Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
(..) But you know, Monsieur Hagrid... ...they drink only single-malt whiskey. You idiot! Your attention, please! I'd like to say a few words. Eternal glory. That is what awaits the student who wins the Triwizard Tournament. But to do this, that student must survive three tasks. (..)2005 Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire