The historic debate between US presidential candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump was marked by chaos, with comic exchanges and repeated stumbles by Biden. Trump took advantage of Biden’s errors, making sarcastic remarks throughout the debate. Biden’s worst mistake came when he stumbled over his words, confusing numbers and tax rates before coming to a complete halt. On the other hand, Trump also made mistakes, and the discussion eventually devolved into a debate about their golfing abilities.
The two candidates also clashed on issues such as Trump’s alleged derogatory remarks about military personnel and Biden’s response to the crisis at the southern border. Trump accused Biden of failing to secure the border, calling it “Biden’s crime against immigrants.” Biden denied the allegations and accused Trump of lying. The debate also touched on topics like abortion rights and the candidates’ age and ability to serve as president.
Despite their differences, the candidates failed to shake hands when entering the debate stage, following health protocols due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Trump faced questions about his supporters’ attack on the Capitol building, defending his actions and blaming Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Meanwhile, Biden criticized Trump’s handling of the situation and pointed out that the only person on the stage with a criminal conviction was Trump. Throughout the debate, both candidates traded barbs and struggled to articulate their points effectively, leading to a chaotic and at times comical event.