Biden and Trump Face Off in Heated First Presidential Debate of 2024
Candidates Bypass Nonpartisan Commission
June 27, 2024, 11:59 PM EDT, CBS News
President Biden and former President Donald Trump engaged in a heated first presidential debate on June 27, 2024. The candidates opted to bypass the nonpartisan Commission on Presidential Debates, choosing instead to host the debate independently.
The debate, moderated by Fox News anchor Chris Wallace, covered various topics, including the economy, healthcare, and foreign policy. Both candidates exchanged sharp attacks, with Biden criticizing Trump's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and Trump accusing Biden of being too weak on crime and immigration.
One of the most contentious moments occurred when Trump interrupted Biden several times during his opening remarks. Biden responded by telling Trump to "shush" and to "respect the rules of the debate." Trump also made several false or misleading claims throughout the debate, which Biden attempted to correct and fact-check.
The debate drew high ratings, with over 100 million viewers tuning in. The candidates' performances were widely scrutinized, with some commentators praising Biden's composure and others criticizing Trump's aggression. The debate is expected to have a significant impact on the 2024 presidential race, which is expected to be one of the most closely contested in recent history.
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