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Jun 2024
37m 13s

The Biden vs Trump Presidential Debate!

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Joe Biden and Donald Trump face off in their first presidential debate

The testy showdown was marked by personal attacks and a stumbling Biden performance. The Americast Team reacts to the policies debated as well as each candidate’s performance.

Sarah and Anthony join us from the Spin Room after the debate, where they talk about the Democrats’ mood and how the Trump team is reacting.

GUESTS: Miles Taylor, former chief of staff at Department for Homeland Security

HOSTS: Justin Webb, Radio 4 presenter Sarah Smith, North America Editor Anthony Zurcher, North America Correspondent

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This episode was made by Purvee Pattni and Catherine Fusillo. The series producer is Purvee Pattni. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham

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