Trump vs. Harris: First Presidential Debate Set for September 10 in Philadelphia
The first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris is officially set. After much anticipation, ABC News has announced that the debate will take place on Tuesday, September 10, in Philadelphia at the National Constitution Center.
The HarrisWalz campaign confirmed that Trump’s team agreed to three debates—two presidential and one vice presidential. If Trump attends the September 10 debate, Governor Walz will face JD Vance on October 1. Another debate between Harris and Trump is planned for October.
Trump’s team also suggested debate dates of September 4 and 25, with further details to be arranged.
JD Vance and Tim Walz have agreed to a vice-presidential debate on October 1 by CBS News. Vance is also open to a CNN debate on September 18, but Walz has not confirmed his participation.
Here’s what you need to know about the September 10 debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump:
· Date: Tuesday, September 10
· Location: Philadelphia, National Constitution Center
· Time: 9 p.m. ET
· How to Watch: ABC, ABC News Live, Disney+, Hulu
· Moderators: David Muir and Linsey Davis
Candidate Qualifications, Who is in the Race:
· Must meet the constitutional requirements to serve as president
· Must have filed a Statement of Candidacy with the Federal Election Commission
· Must be on enough state ballots to secure a majority of electoral votes by September 3, 2024
· Must agree to debate rules set by ABC News
· Must have at least 15% support in four separate national polls conducted between August 1 and September 3, 2024. These polls must meet ABC News standards and be conducted by approved organizations.
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