LIVE Tracking the Attacks in the First Presidential DebateThe New York Times is tracking speaking time during this year’s first debate between President Biden and former President Donald J. Trump, and breaking down how much time the candidates spend attacking and talking over each other.
Time spent attacking opponent’s policies or characterBiden Waiting for data ... Trump Waiting for data ...
Waiting for data ... 2020 1st debate 34% 30% 2020 2nd debate 28% 34%How much are the candidates talking over each other?
2024 1st debate In progress Waiting for data ... 2020 1st debate 10% 2020 2nd debate 2%In an effort to avoid interruptions and cross talk, CNN, the debate’s host, announced it would mute each man’s microphone when it is not his turn to speak.
Experts say they are watching to see whether Mr. Trump again relies on personal attacks and name-calling, and whether or not Mr. Biden focuses his attacks on Mr. Trump’s recent felony convictions.
Persons:
Biden, Donald J, Trump, Trump’s
Organizations:
New York Times, CNN