The debate features Vice President Kamala Harris and President Donald Trump.
The debate is significant as it could influence the election, which is less than two months away.
Format: 90 minutes, two commercial breaks, candidates have two minutes to answer questions, two minutes for rebuttal, and one minute for follow-ups.
Opening Statements
Kamala Harris: Emphasizes a plan for the middle class, child tax credits, and support for small businesses. Criticizes Trump's economic policies as detrimental to the middle class.
Donald Trump: Denies imposing a sales tax, emphasizes tariffs on other countries, criticizes Harris's claims, and speaks on the economy he built.
Economy
Harris: Criticizes Trump's economic legacy, highlights middle-class support, and warns about Trump's "Project 2025."
Trump: Rebuts Harris’s claims, emphasizes his economic achievements, and accuses Harris of lacking a plan.
Tariffs and Trade
Discussion on Trump's tariff policy and its impact, with Harris claiming it would raise prices for consumers.
Trump argues tariffs target foreign countries and deny any negative impact on U.S. consumers.
Abortion
Trump: Defends the Supreme Court's decision on Roe v. Wade and claims states now handle abortion laws.
Harris: Criticizes Trump’s stance, advocates for reinstating Roe v. Wade, and emphasizes reproductive rights.
Immigration and Border Security
Harris: Criticizes Trump for blocking border security measures and emphasizes her experience in prosecuting transnational crime.
Trump: Criticizes the current immigration situation, claims crime rates are up, and accuses Harris of ineffective policies.
January 6th and Transfer of Power
Trump: Denies responsibility for the events of January 6th and blames Nancy Pelosi for security failures.
Harris: Condemns Trump’s actions on January 6th and argues for respecting democratic processes.
Ukraine and Russia
Trump: Claims he would have prevented the Ukraine conflict and criticizes current U.S. support.
Harris: Emphasizes America's role in supporting Ukraine and criticizes Trump’s foreign policy stances.
Afghanistan Withdrawal
Harris: Defends the withdrawal decision and criticizes Trump’s deal with the Taliban.
Trump: Defends his negotiation and criticizes the withdrawal as mishandled.
Race and Politics
Trump: Dismisses concerns about racial identity comments.
Harris: Criticizes Trump’s history on race relations and emphasizes unity.
Health Care
Trump: Discusses the future of Obamacare but lacks a specific plan.
Harris: Emphasizes the importance of the Affordable Care Act and criticizes Trump's lack of a health care plan.
Climate Change
Harris: Stresses the importance of addressing climate change and the benefits of clean energy.
Trump: Criticizes current energy policies and emphasizes the importance of traditional energy sources.
Closing Statements
Harris: Promises focus on future policies, economic opportunities, and upholding rights and freedoms.
Trump: Criticizes the current administration and emphasizes returning to previous successes under his leadership.