Key takeaways:
- Governors Ron DeSantis and Gavin Newsom have agreed to a live policy-based debate on Fox News.
- The debate could provide an interesting insight into the differences between Republican and Democratic policies.
- The date and time of the debate have yet to be announced, and it is expected to be a three-hour long event.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and California Governor Gavin Newsom have agreed to a live policy-based debate on Fox News. The debate was proposed by Fox News host Sean Hannity during an interview with DeSantis on Wednesday. The debate was initially suggested by Hannity during an interview with Newsom in June, when he asked if Newsom would be willing to debate DeSantis. Newsom responded positively, saying “Absolutely. Count on it.”
DeSantis is currently running for the Republican presidential nomination, though he trails thrice-indicted front-runner Donald Trump in the polls. Newsom, however, is not running for president at the moment, and his aspirations are reportedly focused on the 2028 election.
The New York Times reported that both governors are “eager for as much attention as they can get,” so the debate could be seen as a publicity stunt. DeSantis accepted the challenge on Wednesday, saying “We’ll do it.”
The debate between the leaders of two different states could provide an interesting insight into the differences between Republican and Democratic policies. It could also be seen as a preview of the 2024 presidential election, though neither DeSantis nor Newsom are expected to be major contenders.
The date and time of the debate have yet to be announced. It is expected to be a three-hour long event, and will be broadcast live on Fox News.
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