TV Networks Urge Biden and Trump to Commit to 2024 Election Debates

In a rare move, major U.S. TV networks have collaborated on a draft letter urging both presidential candidates to participate in televised debates ahead of the November election.

Major U.S. television networks draft a joint letter urging Joe Biden and Donald Trump to commit to participating in televised debates for the 2024 presidential election.
The draft letter emphasizes the vital role debates have played in American democracy, noting that tens of millions tune in to watch a competition of ideas.
Despite the polarized political climate, the networks argue there is no substitute for debates in presenting candidates' visions to the American public.
Biden has not publicly committed to debating Trump, citing concerns over Trump's behavior, while Trump has expressed eagerness to debate 'anytime, anywhere.'
The collaboration among networks is seen as an effort to preserve the tradition of debates, despite challenges posed by the current political environment.