Trump Declines to Debate Harris as Evangelical Support Surges, Polls Show
In a bold move that is already stirring political debate, former President Donald Trump announced Thursday via his Truth Social platform that he will not participate in any upcoming presidential debates against Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump, known for his combative style in past debates, said, “There is no need to debate someone who represents the failed policies of the current administration.”
This announcement comes on the heels of a revealing survey conducted by Pew Research earlier this week. The survey showed that 82% of white Evangelical Protestants would back Trump if the election were held today, further solidifying his stronghold among this influential voter bloc.
In addition, other polling data from this week reveals a significant political reality: 90% of likely voters report that they already have all the information they need to make a decision on Trump. With these numbers, Trump appears to be banking on his established political identity rather than engaging in further debates.
The decision to skip future debates is expected to fuel further discussion on Trump’s campaign strategy, especially as he continues to court his base while dismissing opportunities to confront his political opponents in traditional settings.
