In a symbolic moment, Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and Republican candidate Donald Trump attended the same 9/11 memorial service, just hours after their first presidential debate. The debate, marked by policy discussions and personal attacks, saw both candidates exchange blows on issues like immigration, abortion, and their respective track records.
Post-debate snap polls suggest Harris emerged victorious, but Trump disputed this, claiming she “lost very badly.” In a defensive tone, Trump criticized the debate moderators and hesitated to commit to future debates during a Fox News interview.
As the 5 November election approaches, national opinion polls show Harris with a slight lead, but key battleground states remain tightly contested. The debate’s impact on the election’s trajectory remains to be seen.
The debate’s contentious moments included:
- Harris mocking Trump’s rallies, saying attendees leave early due to “exhaustion and boredom.”
- Trump criticizing Harris’s immigration record and shifting policy stances.
- Harris blaming Trump for “abortion bans” and the 6 January US Capitol attacks.
The presidential race has intensified, with both candidates now focusing on the crucial battleground states that will decide the election’s outcome.
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