FARGO, North Dakota — Following the heated debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump in 2024, reactions poured in from late-night hosts and morning show anchors. During the 90-minute debate without a studio audience, the two candidates clashed on various national issues such as abortion, childcare costs, and the opioid epidemic. Moderators Dana Bash and Jake Tapper also questioned the candidates on topics like the Israel-Hamas conflict and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Biden faced challenges on the debate stage, struggling with a raspy voice attributed to a cold. At one point, he froze while discussing Medicare, causing concern among Democrats about his performance and second-term candidacy. The hosts of “The View” engaged in a passionate debate about whether Biden or Trump should step down from the presidential race, with conflicting opinions on the matter.
TV show hosts and political pundits shared their reactions to the debate, with MSNBC and Fox News agreeing that the event was chaotic and disorganized. The morning show “Good Morning America” summarized the debate as a struggle for both candidates, with Biden facing challenges in providing answers while Trump continued to spread misinformation.
On “CBS Mornings,” host Gayle King highlighted Biden’s failure to deliver any significant blows during the debate, raising concerns among Democrats about his performance and candidacy. Meanwhile, the “Today” show analyzed Biden’s struggles and Trump’s false claims, emphasizing the impact of their performances on the upcoming rallies in crucial states.
During a live post-debate analysis on “The Daily Show,” host Jon Stewart criticized both candidates for their performance, highlighting Biden’s stumbles and Trump’s attacks. Stewart called for both candidates to consider using performance-enhancing drugs to improve their clarity, problem-solving abilities, and truthfulness.
Overall, the aftermath of the presidential debate left many questioning the strength of both candidates as they continue their campaigns leading up to the election.