High Stakes Vice Presidential Debate Set for NYC

The one and only vice presidential debate of the cycle is scheduled for Tuesday in New York City, moderated by CBS News’ Norah O’Donnell and Margaret Brennan. Anticipation mounts after earlier encounters between candidates, indicating a potentially heated and charged atmosphere. Key figures, including former Democratic Congressman Tim Ryan and Republican Doctor Scott Jensen, weigh in on the expected tactics and strategies for their respective candidates. They note that the debate is paramount as it serves as the last opportunity to sway undecided voters. Candidates must navigate complex issues like gun violence, education funding, and public safety, while aiming to expose each other's weaknesses. The debate could shape perceptions of Kamala Harris and JD Vance ahead of critical elections. Ryan describes Vance as slippery in debates, capable of misrepresentation, while Jensen emphasizes the necessity for Vance to pin down Walz on specific claims. Both highlight how debater tactics can often overshadow substantive discussions, turning into a test of verbal agility rather than policy discourse. Tuesday's debate signifies a culmination of political tensions and promises to deliver fireworks as candidates defend their records and positions on vital topics that affect the American public.