President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will face off tonight in the first televised debate of this election year. Airing on CNN and moderated by Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, the 90-minute debate will begin at 9 p.m. on Thursday, June 27 at CNN Studio in Atlanta.
Tonight’s debate marks the first time either candidate has been on the debate stage since 2020. The debate will be broadcast live on CNN with other major networks like ABC, NBC, CBS and Fox News also broadcasting the event.
Here’s everything you need to know to watch the event live (even if you don’t have traditional cable):
What time is the Presidential Debate?
The 90-minute debate will begin at 9 p.m. Thursday, June 27. It’s being moderated by CNN’s Jake Tapper and Dana Bash. According to the network, the moderators “will use all tools at their disposal to enforce timing and ensure a civilized discussion.”
What channel is the 2024 Presidential Debate on?
While the debate will broadcast live on CNN, other channels like ABC, NBC, CBS and Fox News will also be airing the debate live.
How can viewers watch the debate if they don’t have cable?
Many households have ditched traditional cable cords and are opting for a streaming service. Your best option to watch the 2024 Presidential Debate without cable is to get a live TV streaming service that carries the channel. Viewers will be able to stream the debate live on Philo (free trial) DirecTV Stream (free trial), FuboTV (free trial) or SlingTV Blue.
How to watch CNN for free?
One of the best aspects of opting for a live TV streaming service is the free trial periods. DirecTV Stream and FuboTV all offer a few days of free access to CNN, allowing you to tune in without the cost.
Keep scrolling to find out more information about these streaming services, like how long the free trial period lasts, which channels are offered and how much a monthly subscription costs in case you decide to stick with the streaming service.
What is Philo?
Philo will have the Presidential Debate live on the USA Today Channel, which will simulcast the debate. The streaming service’s live TV subscription offers a free trial of 7 days and costs around $28 per month. It includes MTV and over 50 other classic TV, lifestyle and news channels. Subscribers can stream on up to three devices simultaneously, create up to 10 profiles and save unlimited live or future shows for up to one year.
What is DirecTV Stream?
A new DirecTV Stream subscription starts at $70 per month and offers a 5-day free trial period. The streamer offers MTV and more than 65 sports, entertainment and news channels under its Entertainment package ($70 monthly). New subscribers will be offered a 5-day free trial. Other plans offer over 90 to 140 channels, with prices ranging from $84 to $140 per month; you can also add on HBO Max, Starz, Showtime and other channels to add to your options for movies and TV.
What is FuboTV?
FuboTV offers and 7-day free trial and starts at $70 per month for access to MTV and more than 120 other news, entertainment and sports channels under the Pro Plan; you can also upgrade to the Elite package ($80 monthly) which includes more than 180 channels and over 130 events in 4K. Both plans let you record TV shows, movies, games and more and watch on unlimited screens.
What is SlingTV?
SlingTV is the first app-based TV service letting you stream live television and on-demand content over the internet. Watch live shows wherever you are, at home or on the go. Subscribers will also get half off their first month. The 2 main plans — Sling Orange and Sling Blue — offer 30+ channels for $40 a month, or $55 combined. Sling’s two main offerings are Sling Orange and Sling Blue. Each plan is available to stream for $40 a month. You can also combine the two for $55 a month, giving you access to around 50 channels. Sling is currently offering the first month for only $20.
When will the next 2024 debates take place?
President Biden and former President Trump have agreed to one more debate, which will be hosted by ABC News on Sept. 10.
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