Vice Presidential Debate Set for New York City

The final scheduled debate of the 2024 presidential election will take place tonight in New York City, featuring Democratic candidate Tim Walz and Republican candidate J.D. Vance. With early voting already underway, the debate is crucial as polls indicate a close race between their running mates, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Key topics expected to be debated include inflation, the economy, illegal immigration, and abortion, with education potentially taking center stage due to Walz's background as a former educator. This is the only vice presidential debate scheduled, making it a significant opportunity for both candidates to present their economic policies and differences. The debate could highlight contrasting approaches, as Walz and Harris advocate for higher taxes on the wealthy while Vance and Trump focus on raising tariffs and extending tax cuts for the affluent. As the election approaches, the performance of both candidates could sway undecided voters in battleground states.