Staff Reports
Former President Donald Trump has thrown down the gauntlet to President Joe Biden, challenging him to a “no holds barred” debate following Biden’s lackluster performance in a recent CNN matchup that left many questioning his abilities.
During the CNN debate, Biden stumbled through his words and appeared disoriented on stage, leading to widespread criticism and calls for him to step down as the party’s nominee, although he has adamantly refused to consider such a move.
ROUND 2: Trump challenges "Crooked Joe" Biden to another debate – this time "old fashioned, no holds barred." https://t.co/9XHzuR9ULb pic.twitter.com/HWSvsQB1oV
— NEWSMAX (@NEWSMAX) July 5, 2024
Trump, never one to shy away from controversy, proposed a rematch debate with Biden but with a twist – no restrictions, no guide rails, just the two of them facing off on stage to discuss the future of the nation. He took to Truth Social to make his challenge known, emphasizing the need for a free-flowing discussion that would “blow everything away” in terms of ratings.
In his typical style, Trump highlighted key issues he believes Biden should defend, such as open borders, transgender sports participation, electric vehicles mandates, and the surging inflation under Biden’s watch. The proposed debate would be a test of competence for both men, according to Trump, offering a chance for them to engage in a traditional debate format reminiscent of days past.
The initial CNN debate had rules in place to prevent interruptions, including moderators having the ability to mute candidates’ microphones, but Trump’s proposed rematch would strip away these constraints, allowing for a more dynamic and potentially contentious exchange between the two politicians.
As the next scheduled debate between Biden and Trump on ABC News looms, the challenge has been set, setting the stage for a potentially explosive showdown between the former and current president. The conservative base eagerly awaits to see if Biden will accept the challenge and step into what promises to be a high-stakes and no-holds-barred debate arena.
