President Joe Biden declares victory over Donald Trump

The debate attracted more than 51 million television viewers.

The 2024 US presidential election is shaping up to be one of the most tense and unpredictable races in modern American political history. With incumbent President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump facing off, both candidates face unique challenges and must work to convince voters that they are the best choice for the next term.

More than 51 million television viewers tuned in to watch the June 27 US presidential debate between Democratic President Joe Biden and Republican challenger Donald Trump, according to final Nielsen data.

That's about 30% lower than the 73 million people who watched the first face-off between the two candidates in 2020 and among the three lowest-rated presidential debates since 1976.

The relatively low audience numbers compared to previous debates in recent election cycles may reflect voter enthusiasm for both candidates. However, the metric does not capture the full extent of online viewing, which has grown in popularity as traditional TV audiences have declined.

Internal and external challenges for the Democratic Party

President Joe Biden, at 81, is set to become the oldest president in U.S. history. His health and leadership have become hot topics in debates and within the Democratic Party.

Joe Biden has insisted he intends to defeat Republican rival Donald Trump in the US presidential election in November, despite the difficulties and negative reactions from Democrats after his recent weak debate performance.

During a June 28 election campaign, President Joe Biden admitted that he is no longer young and his health is not what it used to be: “I don’t walk as easily as I used to, I don’t speak as fluently as I used to, I don’t debate as well as I used to.” These words not only reflect his health status but also raise concerns within the Democratic Party about Joe Biden’s ability to serve another four-year term.

Despite concerns, President Joe Biden still receives support from senior Democratic figures such as former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton.

“Bad debate nights happen. Trust me, I know. But this election is still a choice between a man who has spent his life fighting for ordinary people and a man who only cares about himself,” Barack Obama wrote on social network X.

However, not everyone in the Democratic Party feels confident about President Joe Biden's abilities. Some members have expressed concerns and even suggested choosing another candidate to increase the chances of defeating Donald Trump in the upcoming election.

The New York Times editorial board, which endorsed President Joe Biden in 2020, has called on him to drop out of the race so that Democrats have a better chance of defeating Donald Trump by choosing another candidate.

US President Joe Biden at a campaign rally in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA (Photo: Reuters)

Donald Trump: Determination and Legal Challenges

Donald Trump, although also 78 years old, still maintains strong form in debates and continues to maintain solid support from the Republican Party.

Donald Trump stressed that President Joe Biden's problem is not age but ability. Donald Trump is confident in his ability and believes he can win against Joe Biden, especially in Democratic-leaning states like Virginia.

However, Donald Trump also faces many legal challenges. He was convicted in New York of hiding payments to a porn star and is facing many other criminal charges. However, these legal troubles do not seem to dampen the spirit of Donald Trump and his supporters.

Some Trump supporters said they were surprised by Biden's poor performance in the debates. "I'm afraid they're going to replace him and put up someone more competitive," said Mike Boatman, who has attended more than 90 Trump rallies.

Fundraisers for Donald Trump say they are receiving enthusiastic calls from donors, suggesting financial support remains strong despite the legal challenges he faces.

What future for the election race?

If President Joe Biden decides to drop out of the race, Democrats would have to quickly choose a new nominee in less than two months before the national convention in August. This could cause a lot of chaos and could lead to Vice President Kamala Harris or other officials emerging as potential candidates. Such a short-term process for selecting a new nominee could be messy and difficult for Democrats.

The 2024 US presidential election promises to be a tight race full of surprises. With President Joe Biden and Donald Trump both determined to win, both sides face their own challenges and must try to convince voters that they are the right people to lead the country for the next four years. Regardless of the final outcome, this election will have a profound impact on America’s political and social future.

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