ABC News has firmly denied allegations that Vice President Kamala Harris was given debate questions in advance, countering claims from former President Donald Trump and other critics. The allegations were fueled by accusations of bias from debate moderators David Muir and Linsey Davis, who were criticized for being lenient on Harris and overly strict on Trump. Former Clinton strategist Mark Penn called for an internal investigation into the debate's conduct, suggesting potential coordination with Harris' campaign. The debate, which garnered record viewership, was labeled by some as an in-kind contribution to Harris due to the perceived bias. Despite the controversy, no concrete evidence has surfaced to substantiate the claims of a leak. Trump's campaign reported a slight increase in polling numbers following the debate, while Harris' support remained steady.