We are now a little less than two months out from the presidential election. Tonight the candidates, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, will face off in their first presidential debate.
The previous presidential debate was between Trump and President Joe Biden, before he ultimately bowed out of the race and made way for Harris to take his place on the democratic ticket.
According to the latest national poll by the New York Times, Trump and Harris are neck and neck among likely voters, meaning the results of this debate may be crucial for both candidates.
Here’s everything you need to know.
Presidential debate live updates: When and how to watch Harris and Trump face off
What time is the first presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump?
The first presidential debate between Harris and Trump is set to begin at 9 p.m. EST.
How to watch presidential debate tonight
The debate will air tonight at 9 p.m. ET on ABC and stream on ABC News Live, Disney+ and Hulu.
USA TODAY Network will stream The ABC News Presidential Debate Simulcast on the USA TODAY channel, available on most smart televisions and devices.
The ABC News presidential debate will be simulcasted also on FOX News, according to a news release, with programming available across Fox News Media’s key platforms.
What are the rules for the presidential debate?
The rules for the debate will be the same as they were for the June presidential debate between President Joe Biden and Trump:
Each candidate’s microphone was only turned on when it was their turn to speak, there was no studio audience and the candidates weren’t allowed to talk to their staff during breaks or bring any notes with them. Both candidates were provided with only a pen and pad and a bottle of water.
Trump in late August cast doubt about whether he would participate in the debate; however, he shortly thereafter said he doesn’t care much about the microphone policy.
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Who is moderating the presidential debate?
“World News Tonight” anchor and managing editor David Muir, along with ABC News Live “Prime” anchor Linsey Davis, will serve as the moderators, according to ABC.
The primetime pre-debate special, “Race for the White House,” will be anchored by Martha Raddatz, Jonathan Karl, Mary Bruce and Rachel Scott, and will begin at 8 p.m. ET, the network announced.
This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: What time is tonight’s presidential debate? How to watch Harris vs. Trump
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