Chicago – August 15, 2024
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Ohio Senator JD Vance have accepted invitations from CBS News to participate in the upcoming vice presidential debate. CBS News announced that the debate will take place in New York on several dates: September 17, September 24, October 1, and October 8. Following the invitations, Governor Walz confirmed on Wednesday that he would debate Senator Vance, stating, “See you on October 1, JD.”
During a Fox News interview on the same day, Senator Vance indicated his likely participation in the October 1 debate with Governor Walz, pending his review of proposed moderators and debate rules. He also confirmed accepting invitations for September 18 and October 1 on Thursday. The upcoming debates are expected to provide a platform for the candidates to discuss their visions and policies ahead of the election.