Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden will be participating in a historic debate on Thursday, with Trump set to have the final word. The podium placement and order of closing statements were determined by a coin flip, which landed on tails - Biden's campaign's pick.
Biden's campaign chose the right podium position, positioning him on the right side of viewers' screens, while Trump will be on the left. Trump's campaign opted for him to deliver the last closing statement, meaning Biden will speak first at the end of the debate.
This debate marks a significant event as it is the first presidential debate between an incumbent and a former president. It is also the first debate since 2020 involving either Biden, who faced no serious challenge for the Democratic nomination, or Trump, who did not participate in debates during the Republican primary race.
For Trump, having the final closing statement holds particular significance following his recent New York criminal trial and conviction. During the trial, he expressed frustration that his lawyer did not get the last word, highlighting the common practice of prosecutors delivering final remarks in a trial.
