Former President Trump has expressed his willingness to engage in multiple debates with Vice President Kamala Harris as they prepare to face off in the 2024 presidential election. During a conference call with reporters, Trump stated that he believes debating Harris is important and emphasized his openness to participating in more than one debate.
Trump clarified that while he had agreed to a debate with Joe Biden in the past, he has not committed to any specific debates with Harris. This comes after President Biden announced his decision to suspend his 2024 re-election campaign and endorse Harris as his successor, following pressure from within the Democratic Party.
The decision to endorse Harris has garnered support from various Democratic leaders, with Harris securing commitments from a majority of delegates for the upcoming Democratic National Convention. Trump remarked that debating Harris instead of Biden would not be different as they share similar policies.
Despite skipping GOP primary debates in the past, Trump emphasized the importance of debates in a presidential race, stating that nominees have an obligation to engage in such discussions. He also criticized ABC News, which was slated to host a debate between Biden and Trump, expressing his displeasure with the network's involvement.
Trump's comments during the call included criticisms of Harris on issues such as border security, highlighting his stance on key policy matters. As the 2024 election approaches, the prospect of debates between Trump and Harris looms large, setting the stage for a potentially contentious and high-stakes political showdown.