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Trump Pulls Out of Scheduled ABC Debate, Invites Kamala Harris for Early Fox News Face-off

Trump Declines ABC Debate, Proposes New One With Kamala Harris on Fox

In an unexpected move, former President Donald J. Trump withdrew late Friday from a scheduled debate on ABC News slated for September 10. In its place, he introduced an unprecedented proposition, challenging Vice President Kamala Harris, his presumptive opponent, to participate in a Fox News debate on September 4, a full six days ahead of the original date.

The announcement, made via Trump’s social media platform Truth Social, elicited strong responses from the Harris campaign and has cast doubts on the potential face-off between the two political rivals.

Alternative Proposal

Trump’s post revealed that the proposed Fox News debate would be held at an undisclosed venue in Pennsylvania, a key battleground state in U.S. politics. In addition, it listed Bret Baier and Martha MacCallum as confirmed moderators.

However, the Harris campaign on Saturday refused to commit to the proposed Fox News debate. They maintained their plans for the ABC-hosted debate originally scheduled for September 10.

“Donald Trump is running scared and trying to back out of the debate he already agreed to and running straight to Fox News to bail him out. He needs to stop playing games and show up to the debate he already committed to on September 10,” said Michael Tyler, the Harris campaign’s communications director.

Trump’s Conditions

Trump specified that the proposed Fox News would feature a live audience, a departure from the previously aired debate between President Joe Biden and Trump, which was aired without a live audience due to Covid-19 restrictions. Despite the agreement on the format of the first debate, Trump voiced his displeasure over the absence of a live audience.

Fox News’ Response

A representative from Fox News has not responded to questions regarding the proposed debate as of this report.

Back and Forth

The reluctant response from the Harris campaign indicates a potential strain in the debate process. Trump’s proposition, with its changes in venues, dates, and conditions, has introduced an element of unpredictability in the series of debates leading up to the election.

As developments unfold, it remains to be seen how the Harris campaign would respond and whether the public can look forward to a head-to-head debate between the former President and the current Vice President.

However, all parties involved are encouraged to prioritize the interests of the American electorate, ensuring transparent and comprehensive discourse leading up to the elections.


Author: HERE Bristol

HERE Bristol

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