Trump Declines CNN Debate Invitation with Harris
In a recent rally in North Carolina, former President Donald Trump declined an invitation to debate Vice President Kamala Harris on CNN scheduled for October 23. Trump argued that it was "too late" for another confrontation since early voting had already commenced. He accused Harris of seeking the debate because she was "losing horribly" in the polls. Trump has previously claimed victory in their last debate, despite polls indicating otherwise, with a YouGov survey showing 55% of viewers believed Harris won.
Kamala Harris Challenges Trump to a Second Debate
Vice President Kamala Harris expressed her eagerness to debate Trump once again, accepting CNN's offer through a post on the social media platform X. Harris's campaign manager, Jen O'Malley Dillon, emphasized that Trump should have no issues agreeing to the confrontation. The proposed debate would follow a similar format to the first presidential debate held in June, which significantly impacted the campaign dynamics, leading to Biden's withdrawal and Harris's nomination as the Democratic candidate.
Polls Indicate Harris's Popularity Over Trump
Recent polling data suggests that Harris is viewed more favorably than Trump by the American public. An ABC poll indicated a 58-36 victory for Harris in their last debate, while a New York Times poll revealed a stark contrast in satisfaction levels among Republican viewers compared to Democratic viewers regarding their candidates' performances. As the election approaches, the anticipation for a potential Trump-Harris showdown continues to grow.
