President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are scheduled to face off in the first debate of the 2024 election cycle later this month.
CNN, which will host the June 27 debate in Atlanta, recently announced additional rules: Both candidates' microphones will be muted until it is their turn to speak, and they will not be allowed to interact with campaign staff during the two commercial breaks.
Trump and Biden have opted to avoid the Commission on Presidential Debates and hold their debates earlier this year. The second debate is scheduled for September 10 and will be hosted by ABC.
Here's everything you need to know to watch the first presidential debate.
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When is the first Biden vs Trump debate?
The first debate will take place on June 27, 2024.
What time is the presidential debate?
The CNN presidential debate begins at 9pm ET.
How can I watch the first debate between Trump and Biden?
CNN will host the first election debate between the two candidates from its studios in Atlanta.
The debate will be broadcast live on CNN, CNN International, CNN en Español and CNN Max.
For those without cable TV, the debate will be streamed on CNN.com, the network said in a news release.
Who will moderate the first Biden vs. Trump debate?
CNN anchors Jake Tapper and Dana Bash will moderate the debate.
Who is eligible to participate in the debate?
According to CNN, to be eligible, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- “Meet the requirements set out in Article 2, Section 1 of the Constitution
- “File a candidacy form with the Federal Election Commission.”
- “A candidate's name must appear on the ballots of enough states to reach the 270 electoral vote threshold to win the presidency by the qualification deadline.
- “Agree to accept the rules and format of the debate.
- “Receives at least 15% support in four national polls of registered voters or likely voters that meet CNN's reporting standards.”
Independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is unlikely to meet the requirements to participate in the debate.
Written by: Sudiksha Kochi
