The heated 2024 presidential campaign debate between incumbent President Joe Biden and his predecessor Donald Trump was filled with tension, insults, and accusations. The CNN studios in Atlanta, Georgia hosted the first of two scheduled debates, with the second set to take place at a later date.
During the debate, the economy was a major topic of discussion, with Biden defending his administration’s response to the pandemic and Trump highlighting the success of tax cuts and deregulations during his presidency. Inflation, job creation, and national debt were also debated.
The candidates also discussed contentious issues such as abortion, with Trump supporting state-level decisions while Biden criticized the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Immigration, border security, and Afghanistan were also discussed.
Veterans’ rights, conflicts in Eastern Europe and the Middle East, and the January 6th Capitol insurrection were also topics that sparked heated exchanges between the candidates. Additionally, they talked about living conditions for black Americans, social security reforms and opioid crisis management.
In conclusion, the debate was intense and highlighted significant differences between Biden and Trump on many issues. The age competency of both candidates to lead was also a point of contention with Trump accusing Biden of leading America into World War III while Biden labeled Trump a crybaby for not accepting defeat in the 2020 election.
