Former President Donald Trump is reportedly reevaluating the question of whether to debate Vice President Kamala Harris, citing shifts in the Democratic campaign and dissatisfaction with potential event arrangements.

In a recent interview with Maria Bartiromo on Fox Business Network, Donald Trump expressed doubts about engaging in a debate with Vice President Kamala Harris, despite previously confirming his willingness to participate, as The Hill reports.

Uncertainty Over Debates Following Democratic Shifts

The political landscape altered significantly when President Joe Biden decided to withdraw from the presidential race, prompting a reorganization of the Democratic Party's campaign.

Trump indicated that this shift influenced his current ambivalence towards debating Harris, whom he acknowledged as a formidable opponent.

Originally, the Trump and Biden campaigns had agreed on a debate scheduled for Sept. 10, hosted by ABC News.

However, Trump has voiced dissatisfaction with this arrangement, suggesting a potential change in the venue or format of the debate.

Trump's Poll Lead Influences Debate Decision

Trump's consideration of opting out of the debate is influenced by his significant lead in the polls.

"Well, I want to. And we’re leading in the polls it seems by quite a bit still. She’s better than he is, but I think ultimately she’ll be worse than him," Trump stated in the interview.

He further added, "If I didn’t do the debate, they’d say, ‘Oh Trump’s not doing the debate.’ It’s the same thing they’ll say now." This reflection shows Trump's awareness of the potential criticism he might face whether he chooses to debate or not.

Harris Responds to Trump's Debate Hesitation

Harris, during a recent rally in Atlanta, addressed Trump's reluctance to commit to the debate. She challenged him to face her directly on the debate stage.

"Well Donald, I do hope you’ll reconsider meeting me on the debate stage, because as the saying goes, if you got something to say, say it to my face," she stated, emphasizing the importance of direct communication in politics.

Trump, however, remains non-committal, citing his poll lead as a significant factor. "I mean right now I say, why should I do a debate? I’m leading in the polls. And, everybody knows her, everybody knows me," he explained, suggesting that the familiarity of the candidates with the public might reduce the necessity of a debate.

Proposed Changes to Debate Format and Venue

The former president has suggested that the debate might need a new host or format to proceed. His specific dissatisfaction with ABC News led him to propose Fox News as a more suitable venue.

This has added another layer of complexity to the already intricate debate preparations.

Trump's call for changes has not yet received a public response from the debate organizers or the Harris campaign regarding the feasibility of his suggestions.

Conclusion: A Shifting Political Dialogue

The upcoming presidential debates are now mired in uncertainty with Trump's recent expressions of doubt. His lead in the polls and his dissatisfaction with the debate arrangements have fueled his hesitation.

Meanwhile, Harris says she remains ready to debate, challenging Trump to confront the issues in a face-to-face manner.

The final decision on whether Trump will participate remains pending, leaving voters and the media in anticipation of his next move.