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Biden, Trump Clash in Heated First Presidential Debate on CNN Stage, Debate Golf Skills

Jun 28, 2024, 02:33 AM

In the highly anticipated first presidential debate of the 2024 election on the CNN stage, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump engaged in a heated exchange that quickly devolved into personal insults and discussions of their golf skills. The debate, which was expected to be a critical moment in the campaign, saw both candidates trading barbs on a range of topics including their physical health and fitness. Trump mocked Biden's golf handicap, claiming he couldn't hit a golf ball 50 yards, while Biden retorted with challenges to Trump's fitness. The debate also included false and misleading claims from both sides, with Trump calling the event a 'waste of time.' Biden's performance was notably weak, attributed to a cold by his campaign team. Despite the chaotic nature of the debate, it highlighted the intense rivalry and personal animosity between the two candidates as they vie for the presidency. Notably, 51 former intelligence officials claimed Biden demolished Trump in the first 20 minutes of the insult-laden debate.