Presidential Debate Preview: Biden vs. Trump

Biden Argues Tariffs Hurt the Middle Class

In the run-up to the first presidential debate of the 2024 election cycle, Democratic nominee Joe Biden has argued that the Trump administration's proposed 10% tariff on goods entering the United States would serve as a tax on the middle class. Biden has also criticized President Trump's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic downturn.

Biden's Incoherent Debate Performance Heightens Fears over His Age

Before Thursday evening's debate, many Americans had expressed concerns about Biden's age and mental acuity. Biden is 77 years old, and some have questioned whether he is up to the demands of the presidency. His performance in the debate did little to dispel these fears, as he appeared confused and disoriented at times.

Biden Tries to Quell Anxieties

Biden gave an energetic speech at an afternoon rally in Raleigh, North Carolina, as he sought to dispel widespread panic over his debate performance. He vowed to be a "fighter" for the American people and promised to work tirelessly to improve their lives.

Biden Gets Stronger as Debate Goes On

Biden got a bit stronger as the debate went on, especially on foreign policy. He had some one-liners that landed well with the audience, such as calling Trump a "whiner" when Trump interrupted him.

Preview of the First Debate

The first presidential debate of the 2024 election cycle will be held on Thursday night, September 29th, at 9:00 p.m. ET. The debate will be moderated by Chris Wallace of Fox News and will cover a wide range of topics, including the economy, healthcare, and foreign policy.