Presidential Debates between Biden and Trump
President Biden's campaign is calling on former President Trump to join him for two debates in June and September, proposing a change from the Commission on Presidential Debates' original schedule. Trump has accepted the revised schedule on Truth Social. Both campaigns are eager for the debates, with Biden's campaign pushing for earlier debates to engage voters and avoid third-party candidates.
Key Points
- Biden's campaign proposes two debates in June and September
- Trump accepts the revised schedule on Truth Social
- Campaigns eager for debates to engage voters and address concerns about candidates' ages
- Biden's campaign pushes for earlier debates to avoid third-party candidate disruptions
Pros
- Engages voters earlier in the electoral process
- Allows for scrutiny of candidates' performance
Cons
- Risk of debates becoming more of a spectacle than substantive
- Potential for third-party candidates to cause disruptions