Kamala Harris has officially challenged Donald Trump to a debate as the United States gears up for the presidential election. Her campaign announced that she has accepted an invitation from CNN to host the event on October 23, providing a platform for both candidates to present their visions to the American electorate.
“Vice President Harris is eager for another chance to share a stage with Donald Trump,” stated her campaign chair, Jen O’Malley Dillon. “The American public deserves to see both candidates debate before they head to the polls.”
Trump has participated in two debates thus far—one against President Joe Biden and another with Harris, who has now taken the lead on the Democratic ticket. Despite Harris’s eagerness to engage again, Trump has previously indicated reluctance to debate her a second time. His campaign did not provide an immediate comment regarding this latest challenge.
Analysts noted that Harris was seen as the victor in their last debate, which took place on September 10. Meanwhile, President Biden’s performance in a June debate raised eyebrows, as he struggled with some of his statements, igniting discussions about his age and prompting increasing pressure on the 81-year-old to reconsider his candidacy.
With Trump being 78 and Harris at 59, this potential rematch highlights a generational contrast in the race for the presidency, making the upcoming debate a pivotal moment for both candidates as they seek to sway voters ahead of the November election.
