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The Campaign Moment: Trump accepted Biden’s debate proposal. Now what?

May 17, 2024
Political reporters Aaron Blake and Michael Scherer discuss Biden-Trump debates, hush money trial, campaign strategies, and polling implications. They explore unique debate pairings, negotiation dynamics, and implications of trial outcomes on voter preferences.
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  • The absence of an audience in upcoming debates may affect candidates' strategies, requiring a shift towards substantive discussions.
  • The Trump campaign's adoption of a leaner ground game strategy indicates a shift towards efficiency and cost-effectiveness in the 2024 elections.

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Debates Between President Biden and Former President Trump Scheduled

President Biden and former President Trump have settled on terms for two upcoming debates, causing mixed reactions among Americans. Biden proposed the terms, including one-on-one debates with specific conditions, to which Trump accepted. The debates are scheduled for June 27th and September 10th. This early timing is significant and indicates a shift from the usual debate schedule.

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