Trump Proposes New Debate Date, Harris Responds

Vice President Kamala Harris has publicly challenged former President Donald Trump regarding his recent announcement to change the date and format of their upcoming presidential debate. Trump, the GOP nominee, initially agreed to debate President Biden on September 10 on ABC News but later claimed he had arranged to debate Harris on September 4 on Fox News. In response, Harris stated on social media that she would see him at the event he had already committed to, emphasizing the inconsistency in Trump's statements. Trump reiterated his stance on his Truth Social platform, asserting that he would only participate in the debate on September 4 or not at all. He cited two main reasons for his decision to switch: Biden's withdrawal from the race and ongoing litigation against ABC News, which he claimed presented a conflict of interest. Trump characterized the new debate format as more suitable, noting it would take place in front of a full arena audience in Pennsylvania, just days before early voting begins for the November 5 presidential election. Harris's campaign responded to Trump's announcement by accusing him of "running scared" and attempting to back out of their previously agreed-upon debate. They criticized Trump for "playing games" and expressed willingness to discuss future debates only after he participated in the September 10 event. The exchange highlights the ongoing tensions and strategic maneuvering as both candidates prepare for the upcoming election. As of now, Fox News has not commented on the situation, leaving the debate's future uncertain. The developments reflect the high stakes and contentious nature of the current political landscape as the presidential race heats up.