Philadelphia gears up for Harris-Trump debate
The Hindu
Philadelphia prepares for highly anticipated Harris vs. Trump debate, with protests expected and the city's pivotal role in the election.
It is the birthplace of U.S. independence, the "City of Brotherly Love," and the hometown of beloved fictional boxer "Rocky" Balboa.
Now Philadelphia in Pennsylvania will be center stage again when Kamala Harris and Donald Trump meet in a highly anticipated televised debate that could weigh heavily on the November election.
The two, who have never met in person, will square off at 9pm ET (0100 GMT) for a 90-minute debate hosted by ABC News.
Police are bracing for protests, with pro-Palestinian groups angry with Harris' continued support of Israel planning to demonstrate. Barricades have been erected around the National Constitution Center, the site of the debate, barring access to the historic area that includes the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, where the U.S. Constitution was signed.
Meanwhile, several of the city's bars and universities are planning watch parties. Top Democrats will gather at a hotel for a watch party that Harris is expected to attend after the debate ends. Trump's plans after the debate are not yet public.
On Monday afternoon an airplane banner flew over the Phillies' baseball team home game that read "Don't Strikeout W/Trump Go to Bat 4Harris."
Some Philadelphia residents said they hoped to learn more about Harris.
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