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Biden Criticized, Trump Gains Ground in First 2024 Presidential Debate, Raises $8M at Virginia Rally

Jun 28, 2024, 11:04 PM

The first presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump has sparked significant reactions and concerns. Biden's performance was widely criticized, with the New York Times editorial board calling for him to suspend his campaign. In contrast, Trump was seen as confident, even though he refused to answer some questions and repeated several lies. Post-debate, Trump raised $8 million while Biden's campaign out-raised him with $14 million. Betting sites have noted an increase in Trump's odds of winning the 2024 election, while Biden's odds have decreased. The debate also impacted financial markets, with notable movements in the S&P, oil, and metals markets. Viewer polls, including a CNN survey, showed 67% of voters favored Trump, while only 33% supported Biden. The debate drew 51.3 million TV viewers, a significant drop from 2020. Trump took a victory lap at a Virginia rally, and Hillary Clinton maintained her support for Biden. Vice President Kamala Harris dodged questions about Biden's performance.