## Trump Declines Additional Debate with Harris
Donald Trump, the Republican candidate and former President of the United States from January 20, 2017, to January 20, 2021, announced on September 12, 2024, that he will not participate in another debate against Vice President Kamala Harris. Harris, who has served as Vice President since January 20, 2021, is the Democratic candidate for the upcoming Presidential election.
Trump made his position clear in a post on his social platform, Truth Social, stating, “THERE WILL BE NO THIRD DEBATE!” He previously debated current President Joseph Biden in June 2024 and participated in a debate with Harris on September 10, 2024.
Trump elaborated on his decision by stating, “When a boxer loses a fight, the first words out of his mouth are, ‘I WANT A REMATCH.’ The polls clearly show I won the debate against the radical leftist candidate Kamala Harris on Tuesday night, and she immediately asked for a second debate.”
Accusing Harris and President Biden of damaging the country, Trump added, “They have destroyed our country with millions of criminals and mentally disturbed individuals invading the U.S., unchecked and uninvestigated, and with inflation ruining our middle class. Everyone knows this along with all the other problems caused by Kamala and Joe.”
He emphasized that key issues were thoroughly discussed during the debates with Biden and Harris and criticized Harris for not participating in debates hosted by Fox, NBC, and CBS. “KAMALA NEEDS TO FOCUS ON WHAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN DONE OVER THE PAST FOUR YEARS. NO THIRD DEBATE!” Trump concluded.
The recent debate, which took place 55 days before the November 5, 2024 elections, was their first direct encounter. According to a quick poll by CNN, Harris, age 59, garnered 63% support, while Trump, age 78, received 37%.
## Secondary Article: More on Trump and Harris Debate Decision
### Additional Reactions and Political Climate
In response to Trump’s refusal to participate in another debate, several political analysts have weighed in. Many believe that Trump’s decision might be a strategic move to avoid potentially diminishing his perceived debate victories. Conversely, others argue that he is missing an opportunity to further challenge Harris and reinforce his campaign messaging.
Kamala Harris has responded to Trump’s decision, emphasizing the importance of direct public discussions on key policy differences. “The American people deserve to hear robust debates about the future of our nation. If Mr. Trump wants to walk away from that, it says more about his campaign and his policies than about any debate performance.”
Political experts agree that the upcoming election remains highly competitive, with both camps ramping up their ground efforts to mobilize voter support. The Democratic campaign continues to focus on healthcare, the economy, and social unity, while the Republican campaign highlights immigration, national security, and economic reforms.
The decision not to hold another debate may shift the spotlight to other campaign strategies, including more rallies, media appearances, and targeted advertisements. As the election nears, both candidates are expected to intensify their outreach to undecided voters, particularly in key swing states, to secure a decisive victory in November.