Last updated on November 15th, 2023 at 03:40 am
Introduction to the Second Republican Primary Debate
The political spotlight is once again on the Republican Party as it prepares for its second GOP debate, scheduled for September 27, 2023, in California. With the 2024 presidential election looming, the debate promises to be a critical platform for candidates to present their visions for the country.
List of Second GOP Debate Participants:
The Republican National Committee (RNC) has confirmed the following candidates for the second GOP debate:
- Vivek Ramaswamy, entrepreneur
- Senator Tim Scott
- Governor Ron DeSantis
- Ambassador Nikki Haley
- Vice President Mike Pence
- Governor Doug Burgum
- Governor Chris Christie
"Wednesday’s debate is another opportunity for the RNC to share our diverse candidate field with the American people. The Republican Party is united around one common goal – Beating Biden," said RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel.
Role of the RNC and Ronna McDaniel
The RNC, under the leadership of Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel, has been instrumental in organizing the second GOP debate. McDaniel emphasized the importance of the event, stating, “There is no better place to showcase our conservative vision for the future than the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library.”
Net Worth of Top Candidates
Forbes has estimated the net worth of several candidates:
- Ramaswamy: over $950 million
- Haley: about $8 million
- Pence: approximately $4 million
- Scott: over $1 million
FOX Business reported that a source claimed Ramaswamy’s fortune was above $1 billion, while The Independent suggested that Christie’s personal fortune may be near $5 million.
Live Stream Broadcasting Partnerships
The debate will be broadcast at 9 p.m. ET on Fox Business and Univision and will be exclusively livestreamed on Rumble. The event is a partnership between Fox Business, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute, Univision, and Rumble.
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Watch Live Stream Here:
In a departure from previous debates, Fox Business Network will not focus solely on economic topics. Neil Cavuto and Maria Bartiromo, who have moderated past events, will be absent. Instead, first-time moderators Stuart Varney and Dana Perino will join Univision’s Ilia Calderón.
Jay Wallace, president and executive editor of Fox News Media, said, “People do care about politics. It is a unifying thing for people to watch.”
Dana Perino, who has a long history in cable news and served as President George W. Bush’s press secretary, is preparing diligently for her moderating role. “I feel like it is definitely stretching muscles that I don’t normally use,” she said.
The moderators are prepared to discuss a wide range of issues, not just the economy. “We are going to go over all the issues, and that’s what the audience wants,” said Varney.
Absence of Donald Trump
Notably, former President Donald Trump will not be participating in the debate, leaving the stage open for other candidates to make their case.
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Summary and What to Expect
The stakes are high for all candidates as they aim to distinguish themselves in a crowded field. With new moderators and a broader focus, the debate promises to be an engaging event that could significantly impact the Republican race for the White House.
For viewers, the second GOP debate offers a chance to see a diverse array of Republican visions for the future, all vying for the opportunity to challenge the current administration.
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