Former President Donald Trump expressed his eagerness to debate Vice President Kamala Harris, suggesting there is “an obligation” for nominees to engage in debates. Despite Harris not yet being the official Democratic Party’s presidential nominee, Trump committed to multiple debates, saying, “I would be willing to do more than one debate, absolutely,” during a press call.
Trump initially seemed hesitant to continue with a September debate planned with President Joe Biden after Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 race. Trump and his allies were displeased with Biden’s exit, with Trump suggesting Republicans should be refunded for campaign expenses targeting Biden.
Following Biden’s endorsement of Harris, she quickly secured support from top Democrats and a majority of delegates, making her the presumptive Democratic nominee. Harris will officially become the nominee either at the national convention next month or through a virtual roll call vote beforehand.
The historic debate agreement between Biden and Trump removed debate organization from the bipartisan Commission on Presidential Debates, which had managed such events for nearly 40 years. Both parties have since distanced themselves from the commission, with the Republican National Committee formally withdrawing in 2022. Harris’ campaign has yet to comment on the proposed debates.
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