CNN lays out final rules for Trump vs. Biden debate, RFK Jr. might be able to qualify

CNN's Jake Tapper and Dana Bash will host the debate that will take place June 27 and go for 90 minutes. The candidates will not be allowed to bring props or prepared notes.

By Charlotte Hazard

Published: June 15, 2024 2:29pm

CNN has finalized its rules for the upcoming debate between presumptive GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump and President Joe Biden, according to reports.

The network announced Saturday that both Biden's and Trump's campaigns have agreed to the rules of the debate and that Democrat-turned-independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could be on the stage, according to Fox News.

According to CNN qualifications, candidates have to have gotten 15% support in four different national polls and be on the ballot in enough states to get at least 270 electoral college votes.

Kennedy is currently on the ballot in six states, but that could change as the debate gets closer.

CNN's Jake Tapper and Dana Bash will host the debate that will take place June 27 and go for 90 minutes.

The network said that neither candidate can consult with their campaign teams during the two commercial breaks. Also, they will only be provided with a pen, a notepad and a bottle of water, and will not be allowed to bring props or prepared notes.