Biden, Trump Set for First Presidential Debate: When And Where to Watch

Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will engage in a historic US presidential debate on Thursday at CNN’s debate in Atlanta at 9 p.m. ET (6:30 am IST). marking a critical moment in the 2024 presidential election. 

Biden and Trump's preparedness for the historic debate 

Trump, known for his combative style, faces pressure to strike a balance between assertiveness and discipline, having been criticized for unruliness in past debates. "I think I have been preparing for it for my whole life... We'll do very well," Trump asserted in an interview with Newsmax, highlighting his readiness for the clash.

On the other hand US President Biden, 81, has focused on dispelling concerns about his mental acuity during his preparation at Camp David. His campaign strategy aims to portray Trump as unfit for office, emphasizing concerns over the former president's legal entanglements and controversial rhetoric.

When and where will the historic US presidential debate take place?

The 90-minute US presidential debate will take place on Thursday, June 27, at 9 p.m. ET at the network’s Atlanta studios.

Where and how can I watch it?

The CNN Presidential Debate will air live on CNN, CNN International and CNN en Español, and via streaming on Max for subscribers and without a cable login on CNN.com. CNN will make the debate available to simulcast on additional broadcast and cable news networks.

You can also follow CNN’s live debate coverage on CNN.com, which will include analysis and fact checking.