By Troy Anderson's Team. Debate Duel: Biden's Struggle and Trump's Counterclaims Define Bitter Showdown Debate Duel: Biden’s Struggle and Trump’s TriumphIn the first presidential debate of 2024, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump faced off in a heated exchange. With Biden's shaky performance raising concerns about his age and fitness for office, and Trump's strong rebuttals highlighting his policy strengths, the debate left a significant impact on voters. As the Democratic Party grapples with the aftermath and considers its next steps, the stage is set for a pivotal election year.