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Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's presidential debate is tonight. Here's when and how to watch.

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    50% Medium Conservative

  • Reliability

    55% ReliableFair

  • Policy Leaning

    50% Medium Conservative

  • Politician Portrayal

    6% Positive

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35% : The rules for the debate will be the same as they were for the June presidential debate between President Joe Biden and Trump:Each candidate's microphone was only turned on when it was their turn to speak, there was no studio audience and the candidates weren't allowed to talk to their staff during breaks or bring any notes with them.
33% : The previous presidential debate was between Trump and President Joe Biden, before he ultimately bowed out of the race and made way for Harris to take his place on the democratic ticket.
33% : According to the latest national poll by the New York Times, Trump and Harris are neck and neck among likely voters, meaning the results of this debate may be crucial for both candidates.
30% : Trump in late August cast doubt about whether he would participate in the debate; however, he shortly thereafter said he doesn't care much about the microphone policy.2024 elections: This historian predicts who'll be president -- and usually gets it right.
12% : Presidential debate live updates: When and how to watch Harris and Trump face offWhat time is the first presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump?The first presidential debate between Harris and Trump is set to begin at 9 p.m. EST.

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