Final 2024 Presidential Debate Window Closing: Harris Accepts, Trump Declines
đ CNN Pushes for October 23 Debate in Atlanta
With the 2024 U.S. presidential election fast approaching, the possibility of a final debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is rapidly shrinking. CNN has stepped in with an offer to host the debate in Atlanta on October 23, 2024.
đ Harris Eager for Another Debate
Vice President Harris has enthusiastically accepted CNNâs invitation and expressed her readiness to face Trump once again on the debate stage. She views this as a valuable opportunity for the American public to hear from both candidates in a direct, head-to-head format.
đ« Trump Rejects Debate Offer
However, former President Trump has rejected Harrisâs call for another debate. Despite public interest in seeing the two leading candidates engage in a second round of discussions, Trumpâs campaign has so far declined CNNâs proposal.
đ§ CNN Sets Formal Deadline
On Tuesday, CNN increased the pressure by sending a formal notice to both campaigns, requesting a final decision by Thursday. Organizing a debate is no small task, and the network emphasized that time is running out to make the event a reality.
đŁ CNNâs Official Statement
In a public statement, CNN explained their reasoning for the offer:
âCNN sent invitations on September 21 to both Vice President Harris and former President Trumpâs campaigns to participate in a CNN debate this fall, as we believe the American people would benefit from a second debate between the two candidates for President of the United States.â
The clock is ticking, and whether the debate will take place now rests on Trumpâs willingness to participate.
