Things To Know About Harris-Trump Debate
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are set to face off in a highly anticipated debate tonight, just two months before Election Day.
The 90-minute debate, moderated by ABC News’ David Muir and Linsey Davis, will cover a range of topics, including the economy, border security, and healthcare.
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Both candidates are expected to launch attacks on each other’s policies and records, with Harris likely to focus on Trump’s role in the Roe v. Wade reversal and his controversial Project 2025 agenda.
Trump, meanwhile, is expected to target Harris’ left-leaning record as a prosecutor and her avoidance of media interviews.
The debate is seen as a crucial moment in the campaign, with polls showing a razor-thin margin between the two candidates.
However, here are the things to note:
Here are the detailed “Things to Know” about the Harris-Trump Debate:
Debate Details
- Date: Tuesday
- Time: 9 p.m. EDT
- Location: National Constitution Center in Philadelphia
- Moderators: David Muir and Linsey Davis (ABC News)
- Format: 90-minute debate without a studio audience
- Rules: Each candidate has 2 minutes to answer, 2 minutes for rebuttal, and 1 minute for follow-up
Candidate Preparation
- Harris: Prepped with debate simulations, led by Philippe Reines (who played Trump) and Karen Dunn
- Trump: Engaged in “policy time” with advisers, including Tulsi Gabbard and Matt Gaetz
Expected Attacks
- Harris on Trump:
- Untruths and self-interest
- Role in Roe v. Wade reversal
- Project 2025 agenda
- Border and economic policies
- Trump on Harris:
- Border and economic policies
- Left-leaning record as a prosecutor
- Avoidance of media interviews
- Failure to implement new plans
Polls
- Harris leads Trump by 2.8 points (FiveThirtyEight), 1.3 points (RealClearPolitics), and 48.7% to 46.2% (Nate Silver)
Background
- First debate between Harris and Trump
- Only debate scheduled before Election Day (Nov. 5)
- Follows Biden’s withdrawal from the race and Harris’ nomination
Other Key Facts
- Harris has been thinking about how to handle Trump on the debate stage since 2018
- Trump’s advisers are concerned about his genuine disdain for Harris manifesting on stage
- The debate will be broadcast live on major networks and their websites
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