This Thursday, June 27, Joe Biden and Donald Trump will meet for the first time in four years on the CNN set for a crucial televised debate in the 2024 presidential race.
Five months before the election, this 90-minute debate could well be decisive, especially for Joe Biden whose state of health is often criticized.
Aged 81, he is the oldest American president in office and his absences are regularly singled out by his detractors. Sometimes these criticisms take the form of disinformation campaigns with manipulated videos broadcast on social networks.
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The context of the debate is marked by an atmosphere of tension and uncertainty. The stakes are high for both candidates, each seeking to convince a divided electorate.
For Joe Biden, it is a question of demonstrating his ability to continue to lead the country despite his advanced age. His detractors regularly exploit his moments of absence or apparent weakness, fueling sometimes unfounded rumours about his state of health.
These attacks are often amplified by social media, where manipulated videos can quickly spread and influence public opinion.
Donald Trump, for his part, is counting on this debate to reaffirm his presence on the political scene and mobilize his electoral base.
Since his defeat in 2020, he has continued to challenge the results of the election, and this debate represents an opportunity for him to present himself as the legitimate candidate and directly criticize Joe Biden’s record.
The confrontation between Joe Biden and Donald Trump could therefore not only determine the outcome of the 2024 presidential election but also influence the political dynamics of the country for years to come.
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