Fox News to Host Debate Between DeSantis and Newsom
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Fox News has announced that it will host a highly-anticipated debate between Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and California Governor Gavin Newsom. The two governors have engaged in a year-long feud, and their upcoming debate is sure to be a heated showdown.
The debate, which Fox News has dubbed a “red vs. blue state debate,” will be moderated by Sean Hannity. The 90-minute event is scheduled to take place in Georgia on November 30 and will air on Hannity’s prime-time program at 9 p.m.
There is still speculation about whether the debate will be broadcast live and include an audience. Newsom had expressed his preference for a debate without an audience, stating that he wants a “real debate” and not a “circus.” However, it remains to be seen if his request will be granted.
Nathan Click, a spokesperson for Newsom, commented on the debate, saying, “We’ve agreed to the debate – provided there is no cheering section, no hype videos, or any of the other crutches DeSantis requested. We want a real debate – not a circus.”
DeSantis’s campaign has not yet responded to the announcement, but the Florida Governor took to social media to express his enthusiasm. He stated that he welcomed the opportunity to debate Newsom and discuss their differing visions for the future of the country.
DeSantis, who is also a Republican presidential candidate, hopes to attract national voters by promoting his successful governance in Florida. He has frequently praised the state as a model for the rest of the country, criticizing Democratic policies in states like California. According to DeSantis, Democratic policies have pushed residents to leave California and flock to Florida. He believes that the debate will be crucial for the future of the nation.
Newsom has been calling for a debate with DeSantis for several months. The California Governor delightedly accepted DeSantis’s challenge in August after Hannity played a clip of Newsom expressing his willingness to debate his Florida counterpart.
The upcoming debate holds significant importance, as neither Newsom nor DeSantis can run for re-election due to term limits. Both governors have taken jabs at each other publicly, highlighting differences in policies on immigration, abortion, gun rights, and education. Each has portrayed the other’s state as an indictment of their respective party’s politics.
While President Biden has attempted to promote unity, Newsom has emerged as a prominent Democratic leader unafraid to challenge Republicans on contentious issues such as abortion, education, and LGBTQ+ rights. Newsom’s influence extends beyond California, and many speculate about his potential future White House aspirations.
As the debate draws near, political enthusiasts and voters nationwide eagerly await this showdown between two prominent governors from different sides of the political spectrum. It is sure to be a contentious and significant event with implications for the future of both California and Florida.