In the first debate ahead of the 2024 US presidential election, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump faced off in a heated exchange in Philadelphia. The debate, moderated by ABC's David Muir, saw Harris directly challenging Trump on various issues, including his respect among international leaders and his policies on the economy and abortion rights. Trump, on the other hand, criticized the Biden administration's handling of inflation and immigration. Harris's performance was noted for her assertive stance, particularly when she told Trump, 'You’re not running against Joe Biden; you’re running against me.' The debate was marked by intense exchanges, with Trump often speaking over the moderators and Harris, and making bold claims about President Biden. Harris's chances in the election reportedly soared to 71% following the debate, while Trump's odds plummeted. The debate also affected financial markets, with NASDAQ futures dropping by 80 points.
