Staff Reports
Former President Donald Trump is gearing up for a showdown on September 10th that could rival a heavyweight boxing match—only without the punching and with plenty of hot air. The upcoming debate, which pits Trump against Vice President Kamala Harris, promises to deliver political fireworks. This marks the second debate of the 2024 election cycle, but it’s Harris’s first dance in the spotlight as the new Democratic presidential nominee, a position she abruptly ascended to after President Biden’s sudden “vacation” from the campaign trail.
The former president isn’t pulling any punches when it comes to critiquing Harris. He derides the sudden adoration showered upon her by the mainstream media, who’ve flipped their narrative like a pancake. Trump seems amused at the spectacle of Democrats heralding Harris as a “wonderful” vice president. It’s a strange new world when someone who famously said, “I’m not going to be your vice president, Joe,” is now hailed as the great hope of the Democratic Party. Trump asserts that she’ll be “exposed” during the debate, suggesting that the realities of her record will speak louder than any scripted speeches.
Former President Donald Trump on Thursday morning sounded intent on debating Vice President Kamala Harris, saying he will "expose" his opponent when the two presidential nominees meet. MORE: https://t.co/pNS9qHqeY4 pic.twitter.com/dFXqhcRPcE
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Trump’s “coup” theories get a spotlight as he claims Harris stepped into the role with “no votes.” Instead, Biden’s ongoing two-week beach sojourn leaves many wondering who’s really in charge. While the president is presumably collecting seashells and soaking up the sun, Trump is suggesting that the U.S. might just be missing a leader. The situation screams political comedy: a president on vacation while his vice president takes the stage for the biggest moment of her career.
One thing Trump guarantees is that a return to his leadership would ensure the country never goes “woke.” The former president seems to believe that a Harris-led administration could lead to global cataclysm. With phrases like “the whole world will explode” flying around, it feels like a serious potential campaign slogan, reflecting the bravado that made Trump a household name. If anything is clear, it’s that Trump intends to paint a vivid picture of the potential disaster ahead if Harris has her way.
Ahead of the debate, Harris is already casting stones, accusing Trump of being a puppet to his advisors by agreeing to a rule about muted microphones. This accusation comes complete with a generous side of speculation on Trump’s confidence level. Trump, for his part, seems unphased, noting that the rules reflect those of past debates. Meanwhile, former Hawaii Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, who has switched her allegiance from Democrat to Trump supporter, has some advice: focus on Harris’s character and make it personal. With Gabbard’s support, it’s clear that Trump is not just entering the ring to throw soft jabs—he’s ready to knock out the competition.
