Trump debate refusal/ Trump declines debate/ Harris debate fundraising/ Newslooks/ Donald Trump ruled out a third debate against Kamala Harris after their recent face-off. In the aftermath, Harris’s campaign announced a $47 million fundraising haul. Despite Republican pressure, Trump remains firm in his refusal for another debate.
Trump Rejects Debate – Quick Looks
- Donald Trump declared no third debate will occur between him and Kamala Harris.
- Harris’s campaign revealed a $47M fundraising surge following their debate.
- Over 67 million viewers watched the Trump-Harris debate.
- Harris believes another debate is owed to voters.
- Some Republicans have pushed Trump to reconsider.
- Trump’s decision follows his earlier debate with Joe Biden.
Trump Rejects 3rd Debate as Harris Secures $47M Boost
Deep Look
Donald Trump, the Republican presidential nominee, announced on Thursday that he would not participate in a third debate with Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee, after their recent encounter on stage. This decision came just hours after Harris’s campaign revealed a massive fundraising success, collecting $47 million from nearly 600,000 donors in just 24 hours following the debate.
Trump made the announcement on Truth Social, stating emphatically, “THERE WILL BE NO THIRD DEBATE!” His declaration followed two earlier debates—one with Harris and another with President Joe Biden back in June. Drawing a parallel to boxing, Trump implied that it’s often the losing “prizefighter” who seeks a rematch. Though some key Republicans, like Senator John Thune, have encouraged Trump to consider a rematch with Harris, the former president seems to have made up his mind, leaving Tuesday’s debate as the likely last showdown between the two.
The debate, which drew over 67 million viewers, showcased a heated exchange between Trump and Harris. Harris managed to dominate much of the conversation, often provoking Trump into defensive responses, many of which were later scrutinized for exaggerations or inaccuracies. This marked the first time the two candidates had met on stage, with Harris leading the debate tone from the outset.
Harris, addressing her supporters at a rally in North Carolina, voiced her belief that both she and Trump “owe it to voters” to hold another debate, highlighting the importance of transparency in such a crucial election. However, Trump’s firm stance suggests that no further debate will take place before the November election.
The debate occurred two months after Trump faced off against Biden, whose unsteady performance and lengthy, often unclear responses led him to end his re-election campaign. Biden endorsed Harris as his replacement on the Democratic ticket, solidifying her position as the party’s leading contender.
Harris’s campaign was quick to capitalize on the debate’s momentum, announcing a record-breaking $47 million fundraising haul from nearly 600,000 donors within the first 24 hours post-debate. The campaign emphasized that the surge in donations underscores a growing coalition of Americans who are eager to see Harris defeat Trump in the upcoming election. Her campaign chair, Jen O’Malley Dillon, framed the fundraising success as a testament to the high stakes involved in the November vote and the urgency many voters feel about supporting Harris.
Meanwhile, Trump’s debate rejection wasn’t entirely unexpected. He had previously raised questions about whether he would engage in a debate with Harris, casting doubt on such a possibility throughout his campaign. While both candidates agreed on the Tuesday debate, which aired on ABC, Trump had accused Harris of being a “no-show” for a proposed debate earlier in the month. Instead, Trump opted to appear solo in a Fox News town hall with Sean Hannity.
Fox News has reportedly extended invitations to both campaigns for a potential debate in October, though Trump’s latest statements suggest he may not be interested in any further debates with Harris.
