The debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump attracted an estimated 67.1 million viewers, surpassing the ratings for a previous debate between President Joe Biden and Trump. The event aired on 17 networks, with the majority of viewers being over the age of 55. While the ratings fell short of the record set in 2016, they were higher than the first debate between Trump and Biden in 2020. The debate, co-moderated by ABC News correspondents, was praised by Democrats for fact-checking Trump’s false claims but criticized by Republicans. Harris was commended for her attacks on Trump’s record, while Trump’s performance raised concerns among his political allies as he seeks reelection. The event provided a significant platform for the candidates to present their cases to the country in the final stages of the campaign.
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