Trump and Biden Agree to 2 Debates. Here’s What to Know.

President Biden and former President Donald J. Trump have agreed to debate at least twice before the election, with the first debate scheduled for June 27 and the second for September 10. The debates will be held earlier than usual and will not involve the commission that traditionally hosts presidential debates.

Biden's team aims to wrap up the debates before early voting begins in September. Both candidates have accepted the invitation to participate in the debates, which will be held in a TV studio without in-person audiences.

Biden's campaign has outlined specific terms for the debates, including the use of microphones that automatically cut off when time limits are reached. The decision to bypass the traditional commission and hold the debates earlier is a departure from tradition and reflects the changing structure of elections and the interests of voters.