CNN: Trump and Biden Closer to Debate Stage as Calls for Debates Grow

CNN reported that after pressure from Donald Trump’s presidential campaign and allies, Trump and Joe Biden may be one step closer to meeting on the debate stage ahead of the upcoming election. Biden recently expressed his willingness to debate Trump, stating that he would be “happy to” do so. In response, Trump challenged Biden to debate “anywhere, anytime, and anyplace.”

The calls for debates have been growing louder from Republicans, with Trump’s team pushing for earlier debates to reach voters before they make a decision. Trump’s team is eager to get him on the debate stage as soon as possible for various reasons, including forcing Biden’s team to make a decision on debates early.

While the Biden campaign is not rushing to commit to a specific date or format for the debates, they view debates as just one piece of their overall strategy to reach voters. Biden had previously conditioned debates with Trump on his behavior, indicating that he would be open to debating him.

The upcoming debates hold significance for both candidates, as they provide an opportunity for voters to compare their records and policies. However, there is also an incentive for both candidates to refrain from debating, as a poor performance could lead to negative media coverage.

Despite the risks, breaking with the tradition of general election debates would be unprecedented, as candidates have debated before the election for decades. The stage is set for a potentially high-stakes and impactful debate between Trump and Biden as the election approaches.