Egypt Daily News – Tonight, Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris will face off in their first debate as they vie for the presidency.
The event will take place in Philadelphia, a city known as the cradle of American democracy, and is set for 9 PM local time (1 AM GMT on Wednesday), lasting for 90 minutes. ABC News will host this critical debate, which may be the final face-off before the November 5 elections.
In a format similar to previous debates, during which Trump’s microphone will be muted while Harris speaks and vice versa, the candidates will have the opportunity to present their views without interruption. Notably, there will be no audience present and no opening statements, allowing for a focused discussion.
The debate will be moderated by David Muir and Lindsey Davis, both experienced in handling political discourse, having moderated debates in the past presidential campaigns of 2016 and 2020.
As the election approaches, early voting in select states is set to begin shortly after the debate. This confrontation is particularly significant for Harris, as polls indicate that many potential voters feel they do not know her well enough, while Trump remains a familiar figure.
The televised debate could be a pivotal moment for Harris to make her case against Trump, who has been a focal point of controversy due to his legal issues and conduct surrounding the January 6 Capitol attack.
This debate marks the first direct interaction between the two candidates in weeks, a period that has witnessed a barrage of personal attacks from Trump and his allies directed at Harris.
Regardless of the debates’ ultimate impact on voters’ decisions, they have the potential to shift political trajectories and influence the upcoming election.
Meanwhile, former President Biden, who has been out of the race, is expected to be among the debate’s viewers, as noted by his spokesperson, Karine Jean-Pierre.
