"Showdown in Iowa: Haley vs. DeSantis at CNN GOP Debate"

Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will be the only two Republican presidential candidates participating in tonight's final GOP debate before the Iowa caucuses, as former President Donald Trump plans to hold a televised town hall meeting at the same time. The debate, hosted by CNN, will be moderated by Jake Tapper and Dana Bash and will air at 9 p.m. E.T. on CNN and stream on CNN Max, CNN.com, and CNN apps. Trump, Haley, and DeSantis were the only candidates to meet CNN's qualifications for the debate, with Trump leading in Iowa polls, while DeSantis needs a strong showing in Iowa to remain viable, and Haley is expected to perform better in New Hampshire.