Donald Trump has cast doubt on his participation in the upcoming televised debate with Kamala Harris, scheduled for September 10th, accusing the hosting network of bias. The former president voiced his concerns in a post on his Truth Social platform, questioning the fairness of ABC News, which is set to broadcast the debate.
Trump's skepticism emerged after watching an interview on ABC's This Week, where he criticized the network for what he perceives as unfair coverage, particularly in its interview with Republican Senator Tom Cotton. Trump suggested that this bias might influence his decision to participate in the debate, which is the only one both candidates have agreed to so far.
This isn't the first time Trump has expressed reservations about the debate. He previously hinted at opting out, citing his lead in the polls and questioning the necessity of the event. Trump's hesitation comes amid ongoing negotiations between the two campaigns regarding debate conditions, including a disagreement over whether the candidates' microphones should remain on throughout the event.
The Harris campaign has pushed for the microphones to stay live, arguing it could reveal any unguarded or inappropriate comments from Trump. Conversely, Trump's team has advocated for muting the microphones when it's not their candidate's turn to speak, a measure they believe could help maintain decorum.
Despite these concerns, Trump recently indicated a willingness to have the microphones on, though he acknowledged that previous debates had different rules. The dispute over debate conditions reflects broader tensions as both campaigns prepare for the critical event, with each side seeking an advantage in the race leading up to the November election.
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