Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance has been diligently preparing for his upcoming debate against Democratic opponent Tim Walz. Vance's advisers are aware of Walz's strength in using 'folksy charm' to deflect answers during debates, and Vance has been strategizing on how to effectively handle these tactics.
To assist Vance in his debate preparations, House Majority Whip Tom Emmer has been closely studying Walz's mannerisms. Emmer even went as far as role-playing as Walz during mock debate sessions with Vance, providing valuable insights and practice for the real debate.
Former President Donald Trump has also shown interest in the upcoming debate. Trump and his team carefully arranged his schedule to ensure that he would not be counterprogramming the debate and could watch it live. Trump is expected to watch the debate while traveling to Texas on his plane and may even provide live responses on social media.
With Vance's thorough preparation and the support of key figures like Emmer and Trump, the upcoming debate promises to be an engaging and closely watched event. Vance's focus on countering Walz's deflection tactics and Trump's potential live commentary are sure to add an extra layer of intrigue to the debate proceedings.