President Trump Won't 'Waste His Time' With A Virtual Debate

President Trump announced he will not participate in the upcoming virtual presidential debate, as declared by the Commission on Presidential Debates. Instead, his campaign plans to hold a rally, a move that may not help him gain new voters, especially moderates, where he is trailing behind Joe Biden. The decision has raised concerns among Republicans, as debates are seen as opportunities to reach undecided voters.

What concerns did some Republicans express regarding Trump's decision not to participate in the debate?

What impact do debates generally have on reaching new voters according to the discussion?