It’s finally here. The first debate of the 2024 presidential cycle is currently underway as eight candidates vying for the Republican nomination take the stage in Milwaukee in hopes of grabbing the spotlight from Donald Trump — at least for one night.
The former president and current frontrunner in the Republican party primary announced he would skip the event as he prepares to surrender to authorities in Georgia, where he faces a fourth felony charge in recent months. months.
Joining tonight’s debate are South Carolina Senator Tim Scott, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, former Vice President Mike Pence, North Carolina Governor Dakota, Doug part. Burgum and former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson.
The The debate will be broadcast on Fox News. We provide updates and important analysis in the live blog below.