Good afternoon. Joe Biden frequently struggled to complete his statements and Donald Trump frequently told lies and half truths.
That sums up the first 2024 US presidential debate, where the hopefuls sparred over abortion and tax policy. Biden’s voice was raspy at times and his performance has many Democrats worried about his ability to beat Trump. Some are now calling for Biden to step aside. Meanwhile, the Republican nominee repeated false claims about the January 6 riots and the national debt. Read our factcheck.
