Presidential Debate Set, Slovakian Assassination Attempt, & More | 05.17.24
May 17, 2024
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Presidents Biden and Trump will debate with new rules, bypassing traditional formats.
Slovakia's Prime Minister survived assassination attempt highlighting political divisions and calls for unity.
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Presidential Debate Dynamics
President Biden accepted former President Trump's invitation to debate with new rules, including no audience and muted microphones, bypassing the Nonpartisan Commission on Presidential Debates. Both candidates will have a matchup on June 27 and September 10, ahead of their official party nominations, shifting the debate landscape from traditional formats.
Slovakia's Political Turmoil
Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fizzo survived an assassination attempt at a rally, believed to be politically motivated. The incident underscores the nation's deep political divisions, with international leaders condemning the attack. Fizzo's controversial leadership, including anti-democratic policies and pro-Russian stances, has sparked criticism and calls for unity in the aftermath of the shooting.
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