Historic Showdown: Kamala Harris Prepares for Debate Against Donald Trump

The campaign of Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has agreed to the debate rules for her first face-off against Republican Donald Trump. The rules include microphone muting when it is not a candidate's turn to speak. Harris' entry has revitalized the Democratic ticket, leading to favorable poll results.

In a landmark decision, Kamala Harris' campaign has accepted the rules for her upcoming debate against Donald Trump, confirmed a source familiar with the matter. The debate, set for next week, will feature muted microphones when a candidate is not speaking.

This debate marks the first between Trump and Harris, who replaced Joe Biden as the Democratic candidate following his withdrawal in July. Polls indicate Harris has infused fresh energy into the Democratic campaign, which had been lagging under Biden.

Despite trailing Trump in battleground states, recent national polls show Harris edging ahead of her Republican opponent. The debate, hosted by ABC News, aims to ensure a level playing field for both candidates.

(With inputs from agencies.)