Trump and Harris argue about the economy, debate about agreements looms

On Tuesday, Trump and Harris’ campaign teams clashed over the economic situation: Both sides promised to make the housing market more affordable, especially for younger Americans.

A new agreement could be crucial for the 2024 presidential campaign and guarantee a debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris.

Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance mobilized voters in the swing state of Michigan on Tuesday, focusing on economic issues and inflation.

“Michigan is going red,” Vance told his supporters.

Vance focused on the issues facing young Americans in the current economic climate.

“If you talk to young people today, they can’t afford to own a home in their own country. We are turning a generation of 20- and 30-year-olds into chronic debtors,” Vance added.

Vice President Kamala Harris also addressed economic concerns in a new campaign ad, focusing on affordable housing. Her plan calls for building three million housing units in four years, with new tax breaks for builders aimed at first-time buyers and $25,000 tax credits for buyers.

Harris has not been active in the campaign trail since the Democratic National Convention last week and is reportedly using the time to prepare for the presidential debate on September 10.

Former President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he had reached an agreement with the Harris campaign on the rules for the debate, which will be moderated by ABC.

Trump, who still calls ABC “fake news,” said the same rules would apply to the debate as to the previous Trump-Biden debate.

The Harris team had proposed a rule change that would keep the candidates’ microphones on throughout the debate. At the previous debate, the microphones were only on when it was the candidate’s turn to speak.

Trump also said the Harris team did not agree to a scheduled debate on Fox News on Sept. 4. Both sides have indicated they may be open to a second debate in October.