Debate Commission Cancels Second Presidential Debate

Debate Commission Cancels Second Presidential Debate

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The Commission on Presidential Debates canceled the Florida debate after President Trump declined to participate due to his COVID-19 diagnosis. The debate was moved to a virtual format for safety, but Trump refused to join. Instead, Joe Biden will participate in a solo town hall on ABC. The Commission is now preparing for the final debate on October 22nd in Nashville.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the Florida debate canceled?

Due to a scheduling conflict

Technical difficulties

Because of President Trump's COVID-19 diagnosis

Lack of interest from the public

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for moving the October 15th debate to a virtual format?

To test new technology

To reduce costs

To protect the health and safety of all involved

To accommodate more viewers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was President Trump's response to the virtual debate format?

He refused to participate

He proposed a new location

He suggested a different date

He agreed to participate

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where will Joe Biden be participating instead of the canceled debate?

In a joint town hall with President Trump

In a press conference

In a solo town hall on ABC

In a debate on NBC

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When is the final debate scheduled to take place?

October 25th

October 15th

October 20th

October 22nd