Election 2024 | First Republican Debate for 2024: High Drama, Missing Trump, and Questions Left Unasked

The highlights and chaos of Election 2024

The road to the 2024 Presidential election has officially kicked off with the first Republican debate, hosted by Fox News in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where the Republican National Convention will be held in July. Moderated by Martha McCallum and Bret Baier, the night was filled with challenges from a lively audience and a conspicuous absence from former President Trump.

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Trump's No-Show

Arguably, the biggest headline of the evening was the absence of former President Donald Trump. Trump, never one to shy away from the unconventional, chose to skip the debate altogether. The decision drew criticism and speculation alike. He has argued that his current poll numbers make attending debates unnecessary. Who knows, his attorneys advised him not to attend. A debate is not the most controlled environment, and with his pend…