In a bold move, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump declared on Thursday that he will not engage in any more debates with Vice President Kamala Harris before the November 5 election. This decision comes in the wake of his perceived poor performance in the September 10 debate, which many observers believe favored Harris. Trump made his announcement via his Truth Social platform, where he described Harris as the Democrats' "Radical Left Candidate" and criticized both her and President Joe Biden for their policies.

Trump’s refusal to continue the debate comes amid a backdrop of growing criticism of his performance. Despite claiming victory, Trump was seen as defensive and unprepared during the debate. Many critics observed that he fell for Harris' provocations and struggled to maintain focus. This assessment is reflected in recent polling data, which shows Harris leading Trump by a margin of 47 percent to 42 percent.

Polls Show Harris Leading

Recent polling, particularly a Reuters/Ipsos survey, reveals that Kamala Harris has gained a notable lead over Trump following the debate. According to the poll, 53 percent of voters who were aware of the debate believed Harris emerged victorious, compared to 24 percent who thought Trump won. The poll also highlighted that 52 percent of those familiar with the debate felt Trump was unsharp and stumbled, whereas only 21 percent felt the same about Harris.

Among Republican voters, the reaction to Trump's performance has been mixed. While 53 percent of Republican respondents believed Trump won the debate, a significant 31 percent felt no one won, and 14 percent thought Harris had the upper hand. This division reflects broader discontent within the Republican Party about Trump's debate strategy and overall campaign performance.

Republican Reactions and Criticisms

The Republican response to Trump's debate performance has been varied. Some prominent Republicans, including JD Vance and Marco Rubio, defended Trump and criticized the moderators for their fact-checking. However, other party members acknowledged Trump's shortcomings. Senator Lindsey Graham, a known Trump ally, described the debate as a "missed opportunity" and noted that Trump failed to effectively showcase his record.

Former Trump ally and current critic Chris Christie and other Republicans criticized Trump's debate performance, suggesting he was poorly prepared and lacked focus. Christie emphasized that Harris was "exquisitely" prepared, contrasting sharply with Trump’s rambling and repetitive talking points. A Republican strategist described Trump as having been effectively "crushed" by Harris' well-prepared attacks.

Biden's Impact and Trump’s Age

The debate also highlighted concerns about Trump's age and fitness for office. Polling data shows that 52 percent of voters view Trump as too old for government work, compared to just 7 percent who see Harris the same way. This issue of age and capability has become a significant factor in the ongoing election race, especially given the previous controversies surrounding President Biden's performance.

Conclusion

Trump's decision to withdraw from further debates with Kamala Harris reflects the contentious and challenging nature of the 2024 presidential race. As the election approaches, the dynamics between the candidates continue to shift, influenced by debate performances and public perceptions. 

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