Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz faced off in the Vice Presidential debate in New York, with Vance delivering a strong performance that contrasted with Donald Trump’s previous debate mishaps. Vance, a Republican senator from Ohio, showcased poise and policy knowledge, introducing himself to voters and highlighting his background. Walz, the governor of Minnesota, stumbled at times, mixing up Iran and Israel and appearing nervous and unsure. The debate was the only scheduled one between the vice-presidential nominees and came as polls show a close election with just 35 days to go.
During the debate, both candidates found themselves on the defensive. Walz was questioned about discrepancies in his past statements, while Vance faced scrutiny over his past criticism of Trump and false claims about Haitian migrants. Vance questioned why Harris, as vice president, hasn’t implemented policies she now advocates for as a presidential candidate. He dodged questions about Trump’s election claims and the Capitol attack, focusing on Republican’s focus on the future and accusing Democrats of censoring speech.
Overall, Vance’s performance was seen as successful, contrasting with Walz’s nervousness and missteps. The debate highlighted key policy differences between the two candidates and set the stage for the final stretch of the election campaign.
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