The vice presidential debate between Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz will take place tonight at 9 p.m. ET, and it is expected to be their only formal debate before the November 5th election. CBS News will host the 90-minute debate from its Broadcast Center in Manhattan, where the two candidates will go head-to-head on a range of issues important to voters.
The debate will be moderated by CBS News’ “Evening News” anchor Norah O’Donnell and “Face the Nation” moderator Margaret Brennan. Both O’Donnell and Brennan are expected to guide the candidates through a structured format that will cover key topics relevant to the 2024 election.
Viewers interested in watching the debate can tune in on the CBS network or access the live stream through platforms where CBS News 24/7 and Paramount+ are available. Additionally, the debate will be simulcast on various news websites, including www.usatoday.com.
The vice presidential debate will follow a structured format set by CBS News, with strict time limits for responses and rebuttals. Each candidate will be given two minutes to respond to questions posed by the moderators followed by a 60-second rebuttal opportunity for their opponent. The debate will cover a broad range of topics, with the moderators steering the conversation to ensure both candidates have equal speaking time. Candidates will not be allowed to interrupt one another, and the moderators will enforce the time limits to maintain the flow of the debate. At the end of the 90-minute event, both Vance and Walz will be given the opportunity to make brief closing statements.
This debate marks a significant moment for the Vance and Walz campaigns as both candidates aim to enhance their visibility and promote the policies of their respective running mates, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Though vice presidential debates are often overlooked, tonight’s event has drawn considerable attention, with voters expected to tune in to see how the candidates perform in this rare face-off.
