Morning Wire ABC’s Presidential Debate & Afghanistan Report Allegations | 9.11.24
Sep 11, 2024
Cabot Phillips, a senior editor at Daily Wire, provides firsthand insights into the recent Trump-Harris debate. He discusses the charged atmosphere, moderator biases, and the candidates' intense exchanges. Phillips also delves into the congressional report accusing Biden and Harris of mishandling the Afghanistan withdrawal, highlighting the tragic loss of U.S. service members. Tensions rise with accusations of political motivations behind the report, weaving a narrative about national security and rising terrorist threats amidst the backdrop of 9/11.
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Debate Highlights
- Trump tied Harris to policies she's flipped on, like banning fracking and Medicare for All.
- Harris presented herself as distinct from Biden.
Moderator Bias
- Moderators fact-checked Trump repeatedly but not Harris, even on debunked claims.
- They also gave Harris easier questions and Trump tougher ones.
Personal Attacks
- Harris attacked Trump personally, calling him a convicted felon and insulting his intelligence.
- Trump retorted by echoing Harris's past attack on Mike Pence: "I'm talking now, if you don't mind, please."