Roughly 48 million TV viewers tuned in to watch Thursday's U.S. presidential debate between Democratic President Joe Biden and Republican candidate. 8.7 million viewers watched the CNN debate on host network CNN, with the bulk of viewers watching the event simulcast on other networks. The event took place at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. on October 14, 2023, at 7:39 P.M. EDT, where President Biden introduced himself as Jill Biden's husband.
President Biden is struggling to overcome doubts about his leadership inside his own party and broad dissatisfaction over the nation's current state. Secretary Blinken has expressed concerns about tensions with China during his recent visit. Despite the challenges, voters show confidence in the stability of democracy in the country.
Majority of Voters expect former President Trump to face guilty verdicts on some or all counts in a recent poll. The political landscape remains tense as the country awaits the outcome of various legal proceedings. The event is set to take significant turns as the narrative unfolds.