Harris Outshines Trump in Contentious First Debate

In their first face-to-face encounter, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump clashed on key issues, with Harris maintaining composure and Trump appearing defensive.

• The debate began with a handshake initiated by Harris, signaling confidence and setting the tone for the night.
• Harris effectively put Trump on the defensive, repeatedly challenging his record and statements, while sidestepping her own controversial policies.
• Trump struggled to stay on message, often reacting to Harris's provocations and the moderators' fact-checks, which he criticized as biased.
• Key issues discussed included abortion rights, immigration, and trade policies, with both candidates dodging direct answers on certain topics.
• The debate highlighted the stark contrast between Harris's vision of hope and unity and Trump's portrayal of a nation in decline.

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