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Watch the Trump-Biden Presidential Debate 2024 for Free on Sling Freestream

President Biden and Donald Trump are set for the earliest debate in U.S. history. Here's what to know and how to watch for free with Sling Freestream.

In a Presidential election cycle that’s already unprecedented, we’re getting another first on June 27: the earliest Presidential debate ever. That’s when President Joe Biden will face off against former President Donald Trump in a 90-minute live debate. Following their two chaotic 2020 debates, this will be their third time sharing a debate stage, and likely not their last. Here’s everything you need to know to watch the Trump-Biden debate live with Sling TV.

When and Where is the Debate?

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The first of the two confirmed debates will take place on Thursday, June 27 at 9pm ET. Trump and Biden agreed to bypass the Commission on Presidential Debates in order to have their first debate in June, even before they accepted their party’s respective nominations. The debate will take place at CNN’s Atlanta studio.

How to Watch the Debate For Free With Sling Freestream

Because CNN is sharing their feed with other news partners, there are a number of channels on Sling Freestream that will carry the debate. Those include:

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What Channel Will the Trump-Biden Presidential Debate Be On?

If you're a Sling subscriber, there are a number of premium cable news channels carrying the debate. Although CNN is hosting, it will also be available as a simulcast on the following channels:

Fox News
MSNBC
NBC (in select markets with Sling Blue)
ABC (in select markets with Sling Blue)

To watch CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News with Sling – as well as NBC and ABC in select markets – subscribe to Sling Blue.

Who is Moderating the Debate?

CNN anchors Jake Tapper and Dana Bash are scheduled to moderate the debate.

What Are the Debate Rules and Format?

As Time notes in this article , because the debate is not associated with the Commission on Presidential Debates, a number of new rules will be in place. They include:

No opening statements - While neither candidate will issue an opening statement, they will both be allowed a two-minute closing statement. During the debate, the candidates will have two minutes to respond to each question, followed by a one minute rebuttal.
Commercial breaks - The 90-minute debate will include two commercial breaks, a change from previous debates. However, during the commercial messages, campaign staff will not be allowed to interact with their candidates.
No live audience - To minimize distractions, there will be no studio audience during the debate.
Microphone muting - In perhaps the strongest rebuke to former President Trump’s interruptions during the 2020 Presidential debates, each candidate’s microphones will be muted except when it’s their turn to speak. Both candidates agreed to follow all rules as part of their participation in the debate.

When is the Next Presidential Debate?

The only other debate that’s currently scheduled is slated for September 10, hosted by ABC News. David Muir and Linsey Davis will moderate.

Will Other Candidates Participate in the Debate?

Because of the rules established by CNN, only Donald Trump and Joe Biden are eligible to participate in the June 27 debate. That means Independent candidate Robert Kennedy Jr. will not participate, although there is a possibility he meets the criteria in time for the second debate in September.

When Are the Party Conventions?

The Republican National Convention (RNC) is scheduled to take place July 15-18 in Milwaukee, WI. The RNC is scheduled to begin four days after sentencing takes place for the 34 felonies Trump was convicted of following his trial in May. The democratic National Convention is scheduled for August 19-22 in Chicago.

How to Watch the Trump-Biden Presidential Debate With Sling

CNN, Fox News, and MSNBC are all available on Sling with a subscription to Sling Blue. For the most news channels on Sling, including Newsmax and NewsNation, use the link below to subscribe to Sling Orange + Blue with News Extras.

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