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Biden And Trump Agree To Potential Debate Showdown

Combination picture showing former U.S. President Donald Trump and U.S. President Joe Biden

During a recent interview, President Biden expressed his willingness to debate former President Trump, stating that he would be 'happy' to engage in a debate with his predecessor. This statement came in response to speculation about whether Biden would participate in a debate if the opportunity arose.

Following Biden's remarks, Trump promptly responded by eagerly challenging Biden to a debate at the earliest convenience, even proposing to hold the debate that same evening in front of a Manhattan courthouse where Trump was attending a criminal trial.

Trump took to Truth Social to convey his challenge, asserting that Biden's announcement of willingness to debate was likely insincere. He emphasized his readiness to engage in a debate 'ANYWHERE, ANYTIME, ANYPLACE,' using a phrase often associated with fighters.

Trump challenges Biden to a debate at a Manhattan courthouse.
President Biden willing to debate former President Trump.
Trump accuses Biden of election interference through court cases.

Proposing specific dates for the debate, Trump suggested Monday evening, Tuesday evening, or Wednesday evening at his rally in Michigan. Alternatively, he proposed holding the debate at the courthouse in New York City that same night, offering to wait around for the event to take place on national television.

Trump also accused Biden of instigating court cases as a form of election interference against him, characterizing it as a 'continuing witch hunt' and a strategy that Biden believes is necessary for his victory. Trump's challenge to debate in such a high-profile setting reflects the ongoing political tensions between the two figures.

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