On June 27, the first presidential debate was held, in which current President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump participated, who, despite not being officially named as candidates by their respective parties, have already gathered the minimum number of delegates required to achieve the nomination.
The event took place in the studios of CNNin Atlanta, Georgia, in a format that has maximized the candidates’ time, since it did not have an audience nor were they allowed to interrupt themselves. This debate was moderated by Jake Tapper and Dana Bash.
The topics that were addressed in the debate
A variety of topics were addressed in this first debate. Both candidates were questioned, initially, about inflation and rising prices, as well as the tax measures that they plan to impose during their mandates.
The topics of abortion, migration, and foreign policy were also discussed. about the war between Russia and Ukraine, as well as Israel and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
The moderators also questioned the candidates about the assault on the Capitol, the challenges they might face if they became president again, as well as the climate crisis, Social Security, child care, and the opioid crisis.
Both were also questioned about one of voters’ main concerns: their age. In the case of Trump, the former president was also questioned about whether he would accept the results of the elections. After their answers and proposals, who won the debate?
Who won the first presidential debate, Trump or Biden?
Post-debate polls take a few hours to come out, but Some analysts indicate that Republican candidate Donald Trump took the spotlight in tonight’s debate. In accordance with The Boston GlobeBiden has earned an F grade, while Trump has earned a D.
Biden performed more poorly, with ramblings, whispers and meaningless phrases, while Trump was more energetic and without interrupting. However, both failed by not answering certain questions and sharing false data.
Although the candidates were questioned on different topics, On most occasions, both Trump and Biden chose to attack their opponent and left several questions, even some very direct ones, unanswered.
This leaves a bad taste in the mouth for many. voters who continue to have many concerns five months before the elections.
What comes next after the debate
It is expected that the official announcement of the candidates will be made through the conventions of each party. The Republican Convention is scheduled for July 15-18, while the Democratic Convention will take place August 19-22.
While Kamala Harris is Biden’s running mate, Trump is expected to announce soon who will be his potential vice president.
A second presidential debate is scheduled for September 10. and will be hosted by ABC News. The presidential election will be held on Tuesday, November 5.
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