Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have agreed to a presidential debate on September 10th in Philadelphia, to be broadcast on ABC News. However, disagreements persist over the debate rules, particularly regarding microphone muting. The Trump campaign insists on keeping the microphones closed when a candidate is not speaking, as was done in the previous debate with Joe Biden. In contrast, the Harris campaign is pushing for both candidates’ microphones to remain open throughout the transmission, arguing for more direct exchanges.In a significant development, Vice President Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, are scheduled to participate in their first joint interview on CNN this Thursday at 9 pm ET. This marks a new phase in Harris’ campaign and comes as both candidates prepare for the final stretch before early voting begins. The interview, to be conducted by Dana Bash, is expected to cover Harris’ policy proposals and address criticisms from her opponents.Meanwhile, Trump continues to face legal challenges. A revised 36-page indictment has been filed against him, charging him with conspiring to subvert the outcome of the 2020 election. Trump has dismissed these charges as ‘ridiculous’ and an ‘attempt to revive a dead witch hunt,’ accusing Special Counsel Jack Smith of trying to interfere with the upcoming election.Recent polling data suggests a tightening race. A Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted August 23-25 shows Harris narrowing the gap with Trump on two of his strongest campaign issues: the economy and crime. Harris now trails Trump by just 3 percent on these issues, a significant improvement from late July. However, both candidates continue to face high unfavorability ratings, with 59 percent viewing Trump unfavorably and 52 percent viewing Harris unfavorably.
Key points
- Trump and Harris agree to debate on September 10th, but disagree on microphone rules.
- Harris and Walz to give first joint interview on CNN, marking a new phase in the campaign.
- Trump faces revised indictment for 2020 election interference, which he dismisses as a ‘witch hunt’.
- Recent polls show Harris narrowing Trump’s lead on economy and crime issues.
Contradictions👾There are conflicting reports about the agreed-upon debate rules, with Trump claiming the rules are set, while Harris’ campaign suggests negotiations are ongoing.
👾Some sources criticize Harris for bringing Walz to the CNN interview, while others present it as a strategic move.
