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Biden and Trump Clash in First Debate of 2024

Biden Criticizes Tariffs, Rebuts Trump's Attacks

Former Vice President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump faced off in their first presidential debate of the 2024 election cycle on Thursday night, engaging in a heated exchange over economic policy and the incumbent's age.

Biden argued that Trump's proposed 10% tariff on goods entering the United States would serve as a tax on the middle class. He also criticized Trump's incoherent debate performance, saying it heightened fears about his age and fitness for office. Trump responded by calling Biden "Sleepy Joe" and accusing him of being mentally unfit for the presidency.

Despite Biden's concerns about Trump's health, he displayed increased energy and focus as the debate went on, particularly on foreign policy. He landed some well-received one-liners, such as calling Trump a "whiner" when the former president interrupted his remarks.

The debate lasted 90 minutes and covered a wide range of topics, including the economy, healthcare, climate change, and foreign policy. It was the first of three presidential debates scheduled for the 2024 election cycle. The next debate is set for October 22, with the final debate taking place on October 29.

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