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In a not-so-shocking turn of events, the Republican front-runner for the 2024 primaries, who managed to win both the Iowa Republican Caucus and the New Hampshire Republican Primary without even breaking a sweat, has once again decided to pass on debate opportunities. This isn’t the first time this candidate has opted out of debating, as they also skipped out on a debate during the 2016 Republican primary season. But fear not, dear readers, because this candidate is apparently all fired up to face off against Democratic nominee Joe Biden in a rematch.
During a recent chat with Dan Bongino, the front-runner didn’t hold back, criticizing Biden’s reluctance to engage in a Super Bowl interview and declaring Biden as someone who “can’t talk, he can’t do anything, he’s ruining our country.” Oh, and let’s not forget the bold prediction that Biden might not even run for the presidency. Talk about confidence!
Will We Actually See Trump Debate in 2024?
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And as if that wasn’t enough, the front-runner officially called for debates on the show, urging that it’s for the “good of the country.” But hold your horses, folks, because this contender still needs to snag the official nomination before locking horns with Biden once more.
But wait, there’s more! The remaining primary opponent, former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley, wasted no time in seizing on the front-runner’s remarks about debates, once again pushing for a showdown. Even Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who was once in the race, had also called for the front-runner to step up to the debating plate.
Haley’s campaign didn’t hold back, using Trump’s own words against him and even introducing a chicken mascot to symbolize their view of the front-runner’s reluctance to debate. And if that wasn’t cheeky enough, they even launched the maketrumpdebate.com website.
Some political experts chimed in, downplaying the significance of the calls for debates, suggesting it’s all just a bit of political theater. One consultant mentioned that it’s basically a non-issue blown out of proportion and that the front-runner’s nomination is as good as sealed, so why bother with the extra fuss? In simpler terms, they’re suggesting that the opposition is just grasping at straws.
But hey, debates do serve a purpose, or so they say. Remember when DeSantis squared off against California’s Gov. Gavin Newsom in a debate that got heads turning? That may have been a taste of future showdowns, folks!
However, let’s not forget the potential downside for the front-runner if Biden decides to dodge the debate drama. After all, there’s a lingering question of “What If Biden Refuses to Debate Him Next Fall?” And in case you’re wondering, Biden’s response to the debate chatter was a nonchalant, “If I were him, I’d want to debate me too. He’s got nothing else to do.” Shots fired!
So, there you have it, dear readers! The stage is set, the candidates are gearing up, and the drama continues to unfold. Will the front-runner face off against rivals in a fiery debate, or will we witness yet another round of political dodgeball? Stick around to find out!
