Introduction

The first debate consisting of Republicans competing for the 2024 presidential bid is finally here.

Event Details

This year’s primary Republican debate will take place tonight, Wednesday, Aug. 23, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The two-hour debate, sponsored by the Republican National Committee and hosted by Fox News, will kick off at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and will broadcast live on the Fox News Channel.

Streaming Options

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Participating Candidates

Eight candidates will take the debate stage: Gov. Doug Burgum of North Dakota, former Gov. Chris Christie of New Jersey, Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida, former Gov. Nikki Haley of South Carolina, former Gov. Asa Hutchinson of Arkansas, former Vice President Mike Pence, the entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy and Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina.

Absence of Donald Trump

Donald Trump, the early GOP front-runner, will not take part in the Fox News debate. The former president is instead expected to show up in a taped interview with former Fox News personality Tucker Carlson, which will stream on X during the live event.

Moderators

The debate will be moderated by Fox News hosts Bret Baier and Martha MacCallum.

Expectations

“I think the bottom line is that some candidates on this stage want to walk away with a moment that gets played over and over again,” Baier told Haber Tusba upon his announcement as host this month.

Topics of Discussion

This year’s debate will likely focus on Trump and the four criminal indictments against him, in addition to other topics like inflation, immigration, Ukraine-Russia and abortion.

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