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Harris and Trump Clash in Philadelphia in First, Possibly Only Debate

Sep 11, 2024, 03:10 AM

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump faced off in their first and possibly only debate before the November presidential election. The debate, held on Tuesday night in Philadelphia, was marked by intense exchanges on key issues such as abortion, immigration, the economy, American democracy, and the war in Ukraine. Harris criticized Trump as 'extreme' and a 'friend of dictators,' while Trump labeled Harris a 'Marxist.' Trump repeatedly claimed that the debate was unfair, describing it as 'three on one,' referring to the moderators. Harris's campaign has called for a second debate, but Trump has not committed to another. The debate has sparked significant reactions on social media, with many noting the stark contrasts in the candidates' visions for the future of the country, including discussions on the Capitol attack.