Trump Open to RFK Jr. in Debates, Biden Campaign Says No

May 16, 2024
Trump Open to RFK Jr. in Debates, Biden Campaign Says No
  • Former President Donald Trump is open to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s participation in presidential debates, while President Biden's campaign insists on limiting debates to Biden and Trump.

  • Trump suggests Kennedy must meet CNN and ABC News' criteria to join debates, taunting Biden by calling Kennedy 'sharper and more intelligent'.

  • Robert F. Kennedy Jr., facing exclusion, is striving to meet debate criteria, including garnering 15% support in national polls and securing ballot access in enough states.

  • Despite Kennedy's efforts, he currently exceeds the 15% support threshold in only two national polls and is on the ballot in six states, with legal challenges expected.

  • Trump and Biden agree to two debates, on June 27 and September 10, rejecting participation in a further three debates offered by other hosts.

  • Kennedy accuses Trump and Biden of collusion to prevent his debate inclusion, while Trump labels Kennedy a 'Democrat plant' amidst signs of Kennedy drawing support from both candidates.

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