The Commission on Presidential Debates has been setting up debates for 37 years, but this year, Biden and Trump are organizing their own debates, bypassing the commission. They are planning earlier debates with different formats, including one without a studio audience and exclusively on CNN platforms.
Key Points
Biden and Trump planning their own debate schedule
Debates will have different formats and audiences
Criticism of the Commission on Presidential Debates
CPD reported over $7.6 million in assets
Pros
Biden and Trump are taking control of their debate schedules
Debates may have more varied formats and reach different audiences
Cons
The Commission on Presidential Debates could become obsolete
Third-party candidates may face challenges with the new debate setup