Less than an hour after the ABC News presidential debate ended Tuesday night, Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign called for another matchup, laying down a challenge to former President Donald Trump.
The campaign put out an email touting her performance at the debate and blasting Trump for his responses and demeanor.
The email ended with a direct question to the former president.
Former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump leaves at the end of an ABC News presidential debate with Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris in Philadelphia, on Sept. 10, 2024.
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“Under the bright lights, the American people got to see the choice they will face this fall at the ballot box: between moving forward with Kamala Harris, or going backwards with Trump. That’s what they saw tonight and what they should see at a second debate in October. Vice President Harris is ready for a second debate. Is Donald Trump?”
Trump responded personally — in an unusual visit to the “spin room” with reporters afterward.
“They want another debate because they lost,” he said. “So, we’ll, you know, think about that.”
A second presidential debate has not been announced.
The vice presidential candidates are scheduled to debate on Oct. 1.
The 2020 presidential election is heating up as Democratic vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris has officially requested a second debate with President Donald Trump. The Harris campaign issued a challenge to Trump, calling for another face-off to allow voters to hear directly from the candidates on key issues facing the country.
The first presidential debate between Harris and Trump was marked by interruptions, personal attacks, and chaotic exchanges that left many viewers frustrated and disappointed. In the aftermath of the debate, both candidates faced criticism for their behavior and lack of substantive discussion on important policy issues.
In a statement released by the Harris campaign, they expressed their desire for a more civil and productive debate that focuses on the pressing challenges facing the nation, such as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, racial injustice, economic inequality, and climate change. The campaign emphasized the need for a platform where both candidates can present their visions for the future and engage in meaningful dialogue with each other and the American people.
The Harris campaign’s challenge to Trump comes at a critical moment in the election cycle, with less than a month remaining until Election Day. The second debate could provide voters with a clearer understanding of the candidates’ positions and priorities, helping them make informed decisions at the ballot box.
It remains to be seen whether President Trump will accept the challenge and agree to a second debate with Kamala Harris. The Trump campaign has not yet responded to the request, but many political analysts believe that another debate could be beneficial in clarifying the candidates’ stances on key issues and offering voters a more substantive look at their potential leadership.
As the election draws nearer, the stakes are high for both candidates, and the American people are eager to hear more from them on how they plan to address the pressing challenges facing the nation. A second debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump could provide a valuable opportunity for voters to evaluate the candidates’ qualifications, policies, and visions for the future of the country.
