In a dramatic turn of events, the 2024 presidential debate set for tonight will feature Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Originally scheduled as a second debate between Trump and President Joe Biden, the dynamic shifted after Biden’s abrupt withdrawal from the race on July 21 due to concerns about his campaign viability. The Democratic Party swiftly rallied behind Harris, propelling her to the nomination.
The debate will start at 9 p.m. Eastern Time, hosted by ABC News at Philadelphia’s National Constitution Center. Moderated by David Muir of “World News Tonight” and Linsey Davis of ABC News Live “Prime,” this debate marks the first direct confrontation between Harris and Trump. With Pennsylvania being a key battleground state and recent polls showing the candidates tied there, this debate could be pivotal for the election’s outcome.
