Trump claims election debates against Harris and Walz are rigged

In the lead-up to the upcoming U.S. elections, former President Donald Trump expressed a desire for more debates against Vice President Kamala Harris, despite previously claiming that the debates are 'rigged.' During an interview with Kellyanne Conway, his former adviser, Trump indicated that he enjoyed debating but felt the moderators were biased against him. Conway encouraged Trump to consider another debate, arguing that he wouldn't want the recent vice presidential debate between his running mate, J.D. Vance, and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, to be the final word in the election discourse. She used a sports analogy, comparing Trump to baseball star Shohei Ohtani to appeal to his competitive nature. Despite Trump's reluctance, Conway believed there was still a chance for him to engage in another debate, as he had not completely ruled it out. She noted that the timing was tight with the election approaching, but she felt that Trump’s desire for attention and the need to have the last word might compel him to participate. Trump had previously debated Harris on September 10, where he was perceived as the loser, which may have contributed to his hesitance to face her again. Conway's push for Trump to debate again reflects the ongoing strategy discussions among his advisers as they navigate the election landscape. The dynamics of the debates are crucial as they can influence public perception and voter sentiment, especially with the election just over a month away. The pressure is on Trump to assert himself in the debates to regain momentum in the race.