Showdown in the 2024 Vice Presidential Debate

In the final debate of the 2024 presidential campaign, U.S. Senator JD Vance, Donald Trump's running mate, faced off against Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, Kamala Harris's running mate. The event covered foreign policy, economic strategies, and controversies related to past statements and actions of both candidates.

U.S. Senator JD Vance, Republican Donald Trump's chosen vice presidential nominee, debated Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, the Democratic running mate of Kamala Harris, in a nationally televised event on Tuesday. This debate is considered pivotal as the presidential campaign nears its conclusion ahead of the November 5th election.

The opening segment tackled the conflict in the Middle East. Both candidates were hesitant, with Walz criticizing Trump's past presidency and Vance emphasizing his personal story and Trump's foreign policy. The candidates focused on defending their records rather than detailed policy discussions.

Vance, intended to be the rational voice for Trump's movement, faced challenges on the campaign trail but appeared composed during the debate. He articulated Trump's policies and sought to make the ticket appealing to voters. Vance positioned Kamala Harris as a primary decision-maker in the Biden administration, aiming to link her to the administration's controversies.

Both candidates faced scrutiny for past statements. Walz addressed misleading claims about his presence in Hong Kong during the Tiananmen Square protests, while Vance reconciled his previous criticism of Trump with his current support. The debate revealed the strategic efforts of both campaigns to sway undecided voters.

(With inputs from agencies.)