The debate stage clash between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump drew an estimated 67.1 million viewers, surpassing the ratings for the previous Trump-Biden debate in June. The event was hosted by ABC and simulcast on 17 networks, with the majority of viewers being over the age of 55. Despite falling short of the record set in 2016, the debate still drew a significant audience.
The co-moderators, David Muir and Linsey Davis of ABC News, were praised for fact-checking Trump’s false claims, while Harris was commended for her sharp critiques of Trump’s record. In contrast, Trump’s performance, filled with conspiracy theories, raised concerns among his political allies as he seeks reelection.
The event took place at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia and provided a major platform for the candidates to present their cases in the final stretch of the campaign. Nielsen reported that 57.5 million people watched the debate, with final numbers yet to be released. The data did not include viewers who watched via social media, news websites, or streaming platforms.
Overall, the debate highlighted key issues and differences between the candidates as they vie for the presidency in a closely watched and contentious election.
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