Presidential Debate: Biden and Trump to Face Off Again

When and Where

The second presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will take place on Thursday, October 15th, 2020. The debate will be hosted by CNN and will start at 9 pm ET.

How to Watch

The debate will be broadcast live on CNN, CNN International, and CNN en Español. It will also be streamed live on CNN.com and the CNN mobile app.

What to Expect

The debate is expected to cover a wide range of topics, including the economy, healthcare, and climate change. It will be the first time Biden and Trump have faced off since their first debate on September 29th.

Historic Significance

This debate will be the first time a former and current president have faced off in a debate since 1980, when Ronald Reagan challenged Jimmy Carter. It is also the first time a sitting president has debated a challenger who is a former vice president.

Qualifications

According to the Commission on Presidential Debates, candidates must meet certain criteria to qualify for the debates. These criteria include receiving at least 15% support in five national polls and raising at least $100 million in campaign funds. Both Biden and Trump have met these criteria.