Hey, guess what? Looks like we’re in for some good old-fashioned debate showdowns between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump! So, get ready to mark your calendars because these two are gearing up to face off not once, but twice, in June and September.
Now, here’s the kicker: instead of sticking with the usual setup by the nonpartisan commission, Biden’s team decided to mix things up a bit. They’re saying, “Nah, we’ll pass on the fall debates organized by the commission.” Instead, they want media outlets to take the reins and set up these head-to-heads directly. And you know what? Trump’s totally on board with that plan. He even took to his Truth Social platform to give a thumbs-up, saying he’s “Ready and Willing to Debate” at the proposed times.
2 Rounds of Fight Scheduled
So, it’s game on! CNN’s hosting the first one, followed by ABC for round two. And they’re not wasting any time – the first debate’s coming at us in late June, with the second one slated for September, just before early voting kicks off. Get your popcorn ready, folks, ’cause this showdown’s gonna be one for the books!
Alright, buckle up because it’s official! Biden and Trump are gearing up for a showdown, and it’s all happening lightning fast. After Biden threw down the gauntlet, saying, “Hey Donald, you said anywhere, anytime, any place,” Trump wasted no time accepting the challenge. He told Fox News Digital, “I’ll be there,” sealing the deal for the June 27 debate hosted by CNN.
And guess what? That’s not the end of it! ABC’s also in on the action, hosting a second debate between these two heavyweights.
Now, here’s the juicy part: these guys are so eager to face off, they didn’t even bother waiting around. The June 27 debate came together like magic, showing just how much each of them wants to prove they’re the better candidate.
CNN’s setting the stage for this showdown in their Atlanta studios, and get this – no audience allowed! They’re keeping it intimate. As for the moderators and other nitty-gritty details, we’ll have to wait a bit longer for those announcements.
But here’s a fun fact: all this back-and-forth about moderators and rules? That’s what got the ball rolling on the Commission on Presidential Debates back in 1987. Seems like history’s come full circle!
Behind the scenes, there’ve been weeks of informal talks between the campaigns and TV networks, all trying to shake things up and break free from the Commission’s hold on the debates. It’s been a long time coming, with years of complaints and grumbles finally pushing them to make some changes. And hey, change can be a good thing, right? Let’s see how this new debate setup shakes out!
How Biden and Trump Reacted?
So, here’s the latest twist in the debate saga: Biden’s team threw out the idea of shutting out third-party candidates like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from the debates altogether. But hold up, the debate commission has its own set of rules. According to them, Kennedy or any third-party candidate could join the debate if they snag enough ballot access and hit that 15% mark in national polls.
Now, CNN’s keeping the door cracked open for Kennedy or any other candidate who can meet those requirements similar to the commission’s. So, hey, if they make the cut, they might just find themselves on the debate stage.
And what about Trump? Well, he’s not backing down either. He’s all about that big live audience vibe. In fact, he’s even pushing for more than just two debates and wants a massive venue to amp up the excitement. Classic Trump move, right?
He’s like, “Just tell me when, I’ll be there.”
“I would strongly recommend more than two debates and, for excitement purposes, a very large venue, although Biden is supposedly afraid of crowds – That’s only because he doesn’t get them,” Trump said. “Just tell me when, I’ll be there.”
So, Trump’s not just satisfied with two debates – he wants more, and he wants them sooner! He’s been on this whole “anytime, anywhere, any place” debate hype, even suggesting they square off right outside the courthouse where he’s facing some legal heat. Talk about dramatic!
And check this out: at some of his rallies, he’s been teasing Biden with an empty lectern, daring him to step up and face the music.
His campaign’s throwing down the gauntlet, challenging Biden’s team to agree to not just two, but more debates between the two of them, on top of the ones already set for June and September. But hey, Biden’s camp hasn’t piped up yet in response.
Now, Biden’s side has some beef with the nonpartisan commission, especially over how they handled things during the 2020 showdowns. They’re still sore about the whole COVID-19 testing fiasco with Trump and his crew.
But Biden himself seems ready to rumble. Just last week, he told reporters on his way out of a White House event, “Set it up.” So, it looks like he’s game, but let’s see if his team’s got more to say about these extra debates Trump’s pushing for. This showdown’s heating up!