The recent debate, 10 Sept 2024, between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris has been characterised by contentious exchanges and notable missteps. My aim here is to provide an objective overview of the events during this highly publicised debate, highlighting key moments and reactions from various stakeholders.

With Joe Biden stepping down as the Democratic Party’s nominee for president, the field will open to other nominees for the November election. However, Biden has backed Vice President Kamala Harris, and other prominent Democrats have also rallied around her candidacy.

At the Nato Summit on 11 July 2024, Jo Biden called Zelensky "Putin" and then later referred to Vice President "Trump." The US President’s mistakes deepened the leadership crisis and fuelled further calls for him to withdraw his presidential nomination…