RPNM Reaction to First 2024 Presidential Debate

ALBUQUERQUE, JUNE 27-Tonight was the first Presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. The debate was hosted by CNN in Atlanta, Georgia and moderated by CNN correspondents Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, sparking controversy over their apparent anti-Trump and anti-Republican bias in the past.

The questions for President Biden and former President Trump centered around their stances on inflation, the economy, the border crisis, abortion, climate change and foreign policy.

At the conclusion of tonight's first Presidential debate, Republican Party of New Mexico Executive Director Leticia Muñoz issued the following reaction:

"Right now, New Mexicans primarily care about making ends meet and keeping their families safe. Tonight, Biden didn't offer any solutions but blamed everyone and everything except the real reason why prices are up: his expensive regulations and massive government spending. On top of this, Biden is already promising $8.5 trillion in spending over the next 10 years.

"President Trump in contrast presented a plan to cut interest-rates, lower mortgage rates and housing costs through substantial tax cuts for businesses and workers, allowing more U.S. energy production, encouraging private-sector investment and deregulation. That is what is going to appeal to New Mexicans more than anything. They want to know what is going to put more money back into their pockets and help their families afford to buy a home, pay off their debts and buy necessities.

"Additionally, as a border state, New Mexicans want to see their border secured. Trump acknowledged the crimes, murders, and assaults on Americans by the criminals who have taken advantage of our open border, while Biden completely denied that it is happening. Tonight, it was made clear that with Biden, New Mexicans will get more of the same. In comparison, New Mexicans would see a boost to their bank accounts, a secured border, and strong leadership on a global scale promoting peace through strength by electing President Trump."