Presidential Debate: Live Coverage, Analysis & Fact-Checks

A single line in a presidential debate can shift headlines, change poll numbers, or spark a viral moment. On this tag page you'll find crisp live updates, clear analysis and fast fact-checks so you don’t miss what matters—whether it’s a local primary debate or a major national showdown.

We cut through the noise. That means quick summaries after each debate, short explainer pieces on policy clashes, and verdicts on claims made by candidates. Expect clear signals: who won the round, which arguments landed, and what to watch next.

How to Watch and Follow

Want to follow a debate in real time? We post live text updates during major events and share links to trusted broadcast streams and official social channels. If you can’t watch, read our live highlights for the key moments: opening statements, the best zingers, and any major gaffes.

Tip: follow our live thread for timestamps. We mark when a big claim is made, when moderators ask follow-ups, and when candidates repeat talking points. That makes it easy to rewatch the exact clip or read the short analysis later.

What to Look For & Quick Fact-Check Tips

Not all talk is equal. Watch for concrete promises tied to numbers and timelines. Vague pledges like "we'll fix X" sound good but mean little without details. When a candidate cites a statistic, pause and check source—our fact-checks flag misleading or outdated numbers fast.

Body language gets headlines, but content matters more. Ask: does the candidate answer the question directly? Do they repeat the same message or adapt to new points? Repetition might build a brand, but refusal to answer specifics can hide policy gaps.

We also help spot spin. If a claim sounds extreme or surprising, it probably needs checking. Look for context: was the data from an official report, an opinion piece, or a campaign memo? Our quick checks label claims as true, false, or mixed with a short explanation and source links.

Beyond the debate stage, we track reactions: how social media amplifies moments, how polls move after the event, and how rival campaigns respond. That helps you see whether a line is a fleeting meme or a game-changer.

If you want deeper reading, we link to background pieces on each candidate—past records, policy plans, voting history and endorsements—so you can judge a debate performance against a fuller record.

Got a moment you want checked? Send it to our team. We pick the most shared claims and verify them fast. Follow this tag for focused, no-nonsense coverage of every presidential debate that matters to you.