President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are set to debate each other on June 27 at 9 p.m. EDT, marking their first face-off in four years. This early debate, happening well ahead of the usual presidential election timeline, signals a break from tradition as the candidates bypass the Commission on Presidential Debates.
The second debate is scheduled for September 10, hosted by ABC.
In recent remarks, Trump has emphasized the importance of not underestimating Biden. However, he and his supporters have also been circulating unfounded claims about Biden’s use of performance enhancers, aiming to discredit the current president’s performance in office. Biden, on the other hand, is looking for a decisive moment to counteract months of negative coverage concerning his age and declining poll numbers.
At 81 and 78 years old respectively, Biden and Trump are the oldest presumptive nominees in U.S. history. National polls indicate a tight race between the two.
Biden’s vulnerabilities, such as his short temper and signs of slowing cognition, could be points of contention in the upcoming debate, according to those familiar with his debating style. Trump’s campaign, meanwhile, is preparing to leverage these perceived weaknesses.
According to Decision Desk HQ and The Hill’s presidential election forecast, Trump currently has a 58 percent chance of winning the presidency, compared to Biden’s 42 percent. The debate on June 27 is anticipated to be a critical moment for both candidates as they vie for public support and aim to set the tone for the 2024 election campaign.
Stay tuned for further updates and analysis as the debate approaches.
