Get ready for political fireworks! 🇺🇸 President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are set to face off in a historic 90-minute debate Thursday in Atlanta—the earliest presidential showdown in U.S. election history. With neither candidate yet officially nominated, this battle aims to sway undecided voters months before November’s election.
No Crowd, No Interruptions? 🚫🎙️
This isn’t your average debate: no live audience, muted microphones during opponent speaking time, and strict rules negotiated by both campaigns. Critics say the format could favor Biden, who’s faced questions about stamina, while Trump’s team hopes to highlight policy contrasts.
Why Debates Still Matter 📊
While debates rarely decide elections, 60%+ of voters have called them helpful in past Pew Research surveys. With younger voters increasingly disillusioned, both candidates will try to energize their bases—and win over Gen Z and millennials glued to TikTok recaps.
A Preview of November? 🍿
From inflation to foreign policy, expect fiery exchanges. As one political analyst put it: “This isn’t just a debate—it’s the opening act of America’s most consequential reality show.” 🎯 Will you be tuning in?
Reference(s):
Biden and Trump go head to head in battle for the undecideds
cgtn.com