Big stakes and high tension as Biden-Trump debate looms

When Joe Biden and Donald Trump step onto the debate stage on Thursday night, it will be a significant event. This marks the first time a sitting president will debate a former president. The debate will be broadcast on CNN from Atlanta. Trump never conceded the 2020 election to Biden, and after his supporters attacked the US Capitol, he broke tradition by not attending Biden's inauguration. Now, they are both vying for the presidency again. This debate is the first time many Americans will closely follow the election. The stakes are high, and the tension will be palpable as both men try to win over voters for November.

This debate will be the first time Biden and Trump have shared a stage since their contentious debates four years ago. The initial debate in 2020 was marked by constant interruptions, with Biden even telling Trump to 'shut up. ' They did not shake hands at the second debate due to Trump's COVID diagnosis. Both men have not participated in a debate in nearly four years. Trump skipped the Republican primary debates earlier this year. Incumbent presidents often struggle in their first re-election debate because they are not used to being challenged. This time, both Biden and Trump might face that issue.

The debate will take place in a television studio without a live audience, a request made by the Biden campaign. The microphones will be muted during the opponent's speaking time, which might prevent the debate from descending into chaos like the first Trump-Biden debate in 2020. However, this could also make the debate less memorable.

Some conservative commentators believe Biden might struggle during the debate. Republicans have portrayed him as old and mentally unfit. However, Biden has exceeded expectations in past debates, such as the 2012 vice-presidential debate. Trump's campaign has also suggested that Biden might use 'performance-enhancing drugs,' a claim Biden's team has denied.

Both Biden and Trump have a lot to prove. Biden needs to demonstrate that he is not too old for the job, while Trump needs to show that he is not as unlikable as some people believe. The debate presents an opportunity for both candidates, but it also carries significant risks.

The debate will cover key issues such as the economy, immigration, abortion, healthcare, and the environment. Polls indicate that Trump is viewed more favorably on the economy and immigration, while Biden is seen as stronger on abortion, healthcare, and the environment.

Biden will attempt to convince voters that the economy is better than they perceive. Trump is expected to focus on high prices and inflation.

The debate will be held in Atlanta, Georgia. The Biden campaign has launched new advertisements attacking Trump for his recent criminal conviction, which has hurt Trump's support among independent voters. Trump will likely be questioned about this during the debate.

Biden's son Hunter has also been convicted of a crime, and Trump might use this to attack Biden.

This is the earliest presidential debate in modern US history, and it could set the tone for the rest of the campaign. However, it might not have a lasting impact by Election Day. Both candidates will have more opportunities to make their case to voters.

This debate is just the beginning of a long campaign. There will be more debates and events leading up to the election in November.