Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump sparred through their first debate, with the former president often on the defensive over abortion rights, the January 6 insurrection and on foreign policy. The debate also saw Harris draw from her past as a prosecutor, while peppering in lines that appeared designed to needle Trump, including taunting the size of his rally crowds.

For instant reaction and analysis, Bloomberg Balance of Power co-hosts Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz speak with Bloomberg politics contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino, plus hear live reaction from Philadelphia with Bloomberg Big Take host David Gura.  

Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump sparred through their first debate, with the former president often on the defensive over abortion rights, the January 6 insurrection and on foreign policy. The debate also saw Harris draw from her past as a prosecutor, while peppering in lines that appeared designed to needle Trump, including taunting the size of his rally crowds.
For instant reaction and analysis, Bloomberg Balance of Power co-hosts Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz speak with Bloomberg politics contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino, plus hear live reaction from Philadelphia with Bloomberg Big Take host David Gura.

Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill. Watch us LIVE on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.

Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill. Watch us LIVE on YouTube: <a href="http://bit.ly/3vTiACF">http://bit.ly/3vTiACF</a>.

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Instant Reaction: Trump and Harris Debate

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Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with:
Bloomberg's David Gura about what to watch for in Tuesday night's debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.
Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about what the debate means for both campaigns.
Syracuse University Assistant Professor of Political Science Jenn Jackson about the message candidates will need to deliver on the debate stage to young voters.
Minister of Economy and Industry of Israel Nir Barkat about the impact of the Israel-Hamas war on Israel's economy.

Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: <a href="http://bit.ly/3vTiACF" data-destination="rte:bind">http://bit.ly/3vTiACF</a>.
Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with:
<ul>
<li>Bloomberg's David Gura about what to watch for in Tuesday night's debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.</li>
<li>Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about what the debate means for both campaigns.</li>
<li>Syracuse University Assistant Professor of Political Science Jenn Jackson about the message candidates will need to deliver on the debate stage to young voters.</li>
<li>Minister of Economy and Industry of Israel Nir Barkat about the impact of the Israel-Hamas war on Israel's economy.</li>
</ul>

Harris, Trump to Face Off in Debate

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Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.

Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with:
EMILYs List President Jessica Mackler about the top issues driving women to vote in the 2024 elections.
Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about the funding fight on Capitol Hill.
Forner Acting White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney about Speaker Mike Johnson's standing within the House Republican conference.
Connecticut Governor and Harris-Walz campaign surrogate Ned Lamont on expectations for Kamala Harris in Tuesday night's debate.
Bloomberg's Daniel Flatley as House Republicans accuse the Biden administration of lying to Americans and sacrificing the safety of US soldiers during the 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal.
Former RNC Communications Director Lisa Camooso Miller about Speaker Johnson's continuing resolution proposal and rebuke from Congressional Democrats.
Rapidan Energy Group Founder and President Bob McNally about oil and the 2024 elections.

Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: <a href="http://bit.ly/3vTiACF" data-destination="rte:bind">http://bit.ly/3vTiACF</a>.
Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with:
<ul>
<li>EMILYs List President Jessica Mackler about the top issues driving women to vote in the 2024 elections.</li>
<li>Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about the funding fight on Capitol Hill.</li>
<li>Forner Acting White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney about Speaker Mike Johnson's standing within the House Republican conference.</li>
<li>Connecticut Governor and Harris-Walz campaign surrogate Ned Lamont on expectations for Kamala Harris in Tuesday night's debate.</li>
<li>Bloomberg's Daniel Flatley as House Republicans accuse the Biden administration of lying to Americans and sacrificing the safety of US soldiers during the 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal.</li>
<li>Former RNC Communications Director Lisa Camooso Miller about Speaker Johnson's continuing resolution proposal and rebuke from Congressional Democrats.</li>
<li>Rapidan Energy Group Founder and President Bob McNally about oil and the 2024 elections.</li>
</ul>

Harris, Trump Head To Philadelphia for Debate

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Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.

Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with:
Host of Bloomberg Law on Bloomberg Radio June Grasso as Donald Trump's sentencing in the New York hush money criminal case was delayed until after the presidential election.
Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about the political implications of the ruling from Judge Juan Merchan.
White House Council of Economic Advisers Member Heather Boushey about the latest US employment data.
America First Policy Institute Senior Fellow Joseph Lavorgna about the state of the US economy and Trump's proposed economic policies.
Raymond James Managing Director Ed Mills about how Wall Street is watching the upcoming election.
Bloomberg Washington Senior Editor Wendy Benjaminson about the debate prep behind the scenes for Trump and Kamala Harris.
Former New Hampshire Republican Party Chair Steve Dupree about the Trump campaign's chances of winning New Hampshire.

Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: <a href="http://bit.ly/3vTiACF" data-destination="rte:bind">http://bit.ly/3vTiACF</a>.
Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with:
<ul>
<li>Host of Bloomberg Law on Bloomberg Radio June Grasso as Donald Trump's sentencing in the New York hush money criminal case was delayed until after the presidential election.</li>
<li>Bloomberg Politics Contributors Rick Davis and Jeanne Sheehan Zaino about the political implications of the ruling from Judge Juan Merchan.</li>
<li>White House Council of Economic Advisers Member Heather Boushey about the latest US employment data.</li>
<li>America First Policy Institute Senior Fellow Joseph Lavorgna about the state of the US economy and Trump's proposed economic policies.</li>
<li>Raymond James Managing Director Ed Mills about how Wall Street is watching the upcoming election.</li>
<li>Bloomberg Washington Senior Editor Wendy Benjaminson about the debate prep behind the scenes for Trump and Kamala Harris.</li>
<li>Former New Hampshire Republican Party Chair Steve Dupree about the Trump campaign's chances of winning New Hampshire.</li>
</ul>

Trump Hush Money Sentencing Delayed

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Instant Reaction: Trump and Harris Debate

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