The Commission on Presidential Debates (CPD) has decided to stick to its original schedule for the upcoming debates, despite requests from former President Trump's campaign for earlier events. The CPD had released its schedule in November last year, and it remains unchanged despite the campaign's efforts to push for earlier and more frequent debates in an attempt to outshine Biden on stage.
The CPD stated that its criteria for qualifying candidates will be applied in early September, following which debate invitations will be extended. The commission also confirmed that it is proceeding with production and broadcast plans at its four debate sites, as announced previously.
During a recent interview with radio personality Howard Stern, President Biden confirmed his willingness to debate his Republican opponent. Trump quickly responded, expressing his eagerness to debate under any conditions and at any time, using the phrase 'ANYWHERE, ANYTIME, ANYPLACE.'
Earlier this year, the Trump campaign had written a letter to the commission requesting an expanded and earlier debate schedule to allow more Americans to see the candidates before voting begins. However, the CPD has maintained its original schedule.
The first presidential debate is scheduled for Sept. 16 at Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas, followed by the second debate in Petersburg, Virginia, on Oct. 1, and the third in Salt Lake City on Oct. 9. Additionally, a vice presidential debate is set for Sept. 25 in Easton, Pennsylvania.
Despite the back-and-forth between the two camps regarding the debate schedule, the CPD remains firm in its decision to proceed as planned, ensuring that the debates will take place as scheduled.
