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election-20241 year ago

Biden and Harris to Rally in Philadelphia Amid 2024 Campaign Push

President Biden and Donald Trump have secured their parties' nominations for the 2024 presidential election, setting up a rematch. They have agreed to debates on June 27 and September 10. Key election dates span from January to June, with voters in all states and U.S. territories selecting their party's nominee. Abortion rights will be a significant issue, with Biden supporting legal access and Trump advocating for state-level decisions.

via The Washington Post|
#abortion-rights#biden#election-2024
politics1 year ago

"Media Outlets Unite to Push for Biden and Trump Presidential Debate Commitment in 2024"

Twelve news organizations have urged Joe Biden and Donald Trump to commit to participating in the three presidential and one vice presidential debates set by the Commission on Presidential Debates for the 2024 campaign. While Trump has indicated a willingness to debate, Biden has not committed, citing concerns about Trump's behavior. The Trump campaign has expressed willingness to debate anytime, anywhere, and any place, while also raising concerns about the fairness and impartiality of the debates. The news organizations emphasized the importance of debates in shaping the future of the nation and called for the candidates to publicly commit to participating.

via New York Post |
#2024-election#donald-trump#joe-biden
politics1 year ago

"Major News Outlets Call on Biden and Trump to Commit to 2024 Presidential Debates"

Twelve news organizations are urging Joe Biden and Donald Trump to commit to participating in presidential debates during the 2024 campaign, emphasizing the importance of this tradition in American politics. While Trump has expressed willingness to debate, Biden has not made a firm commitment. The Trump campaign has indicated a willingness to debate anytime, anywhere, and any place, but has raised concerns about the fairness and timing of the debates. The Biden campaign declined to comment on the news organizations' letter. Television news ratings have declined, and there were no Democratic debates in this presidential cycle.

via The Associated Press|
#2024-campaign#biden#news-organizations
politics1 year ago

Media Outlets Pressure Biden and Trump to Commit to Presidential Debates

Major media organizations, including ABC News, CBS News, CNN, and others, have penned an open letter urging presidential candidates to commit to participating in televised debates ahead of the 2024 general election. The letter comes amid uncertainty from both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump regarding the debates. While Trump skipped primary election debates, his campaign is lobbying for general election debates against Biden. The Commission on Presidential Debates plans to hold three debates in September and October, but the Biden campaign has expressed concerns about the organization of these debates.

via ABC News|
#2024-election#biden#media-organizations
politics1 year ago

"Trump Campaign Urges Earlier and More Presidential Debates with Biden"

Former President Donald Trump's campaign is calling for more debates with President Joe Biden, arguing that the current schedule is inadequate as one million Americans will have already cast their ballots by the time of the first debate on Sept. 16. Trump's team wants the debates to start earlier and for there to be more than the proposed three debates. However, it remains unclear if the debates will even go ahead, as Biden has not committed to showing up so far. Trump's campaign also accused the Commission on Presidential Debates of working to advance Biden's candidacy and called for fairness in the selection of moderators.

via HuffPost|
#biden#commission-on-presidential-debates#election-2024
politics1 year ago

"Trump Campaign Pushes for Earlier and More Frequent Presidential Debates with Biden"

Donald Trump's campaign is urging for more and earlier presidential debates with Joe Biden, expressing concern that the current schedule would leave millions of voters without the opportunity to see the candidates in action before casting their ballots. The campaign called for the debates to begin sooner, citing the increasing number of early voters. Trump's advisers criticized the Commission on Presidential Debates and called for as many as seven debates, while Biden has not publicly committed to debating Trump in the general election, citing concerns about Trump's behavior.

via NBC News|
#biden#campaign-strategy#election-2024
politics1 year ago

"Trump Campaign Urges Earlier and More Frequent Presidential Debates with Biden"

The Trump campaign has called for the 2024 general election debates to begin earlier and for more debates to be added to the schedule, citing the earlier start of voting in recent elections. The campaign's letter to the Commission on Presidential Debates comes after major US television networks urged both Trump and Biden to commit to participating in televised debates ahead of the election. The Republican National Committee also weighed in, criticizing the scheduling of debates after millions of Americans have already cast their ballots. Biden has not publicly committed to debating Trump, stating that it depends on Trump's behavior.

via CNN|
#2024-election#biden#commission-on-presidential-debates
politics1 year ago

"Trump Campaign Urges Early 2024 Debates, Taunts Biden with Empty Lectern"

Former President Donald Trump's reelection campaign has formally requested the Commission on Presidential Debates to move up its fall schedule, potentially pressuring President Joe Biden into earlier debates. Trump is willing to debate anytime, anyplace, and anywhere, while the Biden campaign has not yet committed to any debates. Trump previously refused to debate Republican opponents during the GOP primary but is now advocating for early debates against Biden. The Commission has scheduled three presidential debates and one vice presidential debate in September and October, with the first presidential debate set for Sept. 16.

via USA TODAY|
#2024-election#commission-on-presidential-debates#donald-trump
politics1 year ago

"Trump Campaign Urges Earlier and More Presidential Debates"

The Trump campaign is urging the Commission on Presidential Debates to move up the timeline for planned debates between former President Trump and President Biden and to increase the number of faceoffs before Election Day, citing the start of early voting in many states as the reason. The campaign's top advisers wrote to the commission, advocating for more debates to ensure more Americans have a chance to see the candidates before they start voting, despite Trump's past refusal to participate in GOP primary debates and his criticism of the commission. Biden's campaign has not committed to participating in the debates, and the president himself has offered tongue-in-cheek responses when asked about the prospect.

via The Hill|
#biden#commission-on-presidential-debates#election-day
politics1 year ago

"Trump Campaign Urges Earlier and More Frequent Presidential Debates with Biden"

The Trump campaign is pushing for earlier and more frequent presidential debates with President Biden, citing the increasing number of early voters and the need for voters to hear about critical issues. Former President Trump expressed his commitment to debating Biden "anytime, anywhere, anyplace," emphasizing the urgency due to the country's current challenges. The campaign called for the Commission on Presidential Debates to adjust the debate schedule for the 2024 election and ensure fairness, while also referencing historical precedent for multiple debates. Biden and his campaign have not yet committed to the proposed debates.

via Fox News|
#2024-election#biden#commission-on-presidential-debates
politics1 year ago

"Trump's Outlandish Claims: Accusing Biden of Cocaine Use and Demanding Drug Tests"

Donald Trump suggested that President Joe Biden may be using cocaine after a white, powdery substance, identified as cocaine, was found at the White House in July 2023. Trump called for drug testing before presidential debates, claiming Biden was "all jacked up" and "higher than a kite" during the State of the Union speech. The Secret Service's investigation did not yield conclusive evidence, and Biden's SOTU address was well received.

via Newsweek|
#cocaine#donald-trump#joe-biden
politics1 year ago

"Uncertainty Surrounds Biden-Harris Participation in Presidential Debates"

Vice President Kamala Harris declined to confirm whether President Joe Biden will participate in general election debates against former President Donald Trump and did not commit to a vice presidential debate herself. She emphasized the contrast between Biden and Trump, stating that the decision on debating Trump will be made soon. Harris also addressed questions about Biden's age, the conflict between Israel and Hamas, and the migrant crisis at the southern border, placing blame on congressional Republicans for not accepting border security proposals.

via NBC News|
#border-crisis#donald-trump#joe-biden
politics1 year ago

"Gavin Newsom Advocates for Biden to Debate Trump and Emphasizes Biden's Strengths"

California Governor Gavin Newsom called on President Joe Biden to debate former President Donald Trump in the fall, despite Biden's current refusal to commit to any general election debates. Newsom criticized Trump for refusing to debate in his own primary, calling it "weakness masquerading as strength." Trump has expressed his desire to face off against Biden "immediately," while Biden's campaign has not committed to any debates. The Commission on Presidential Debates has released the dates and locations of three presidential debates they hope to host this fall.

via NBC News|
#commission-on-presidential-debates#donald-trump#gavin-newsom
politics2 years ago

"Nikki Haley Stands Firm: No Debates Without Trump or Biden"

Nikki Haley refuses to participate in further presidential debates unless Donald Trump is present, prompting criticism from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis who accused her of avoiding tough questions and running for Trump's VP. The next GOP primary debate is scheduled for Thursday, days before the New Hampshire primary, where polls show Haley running just behind Trump.

via CNBC|
#donald-trump#gop-primary#nikki-haley
politics2 years ago

Christie's Debate Triumph: A Game-Changer for His Campaign

Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's strong performance in the GOP presidential debate has given him a reason to stay in the race, despite slim prospects for the nomination. Christie fiercely criticized former President Trump and his rivals on stage, gaining the most speaking time he has had so far. However, Republicans acknowledge that Christie's continued presence in the race could divide the field and ultimately benefit Trump's chances of securing the nomination. Christie's decision to stay in the race will depend on his goals and whether he wants to help or hinder Trump's nomination.

via The Hill|
#chris-christie#donald-trump#gop-primary