How to watch the presidential debate in Atlanta

Mike Luckovich cartoon depicting President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump ahead of the first presidential debate of  2024.

Credit: Mike Luckovich

Credit: Mike Luckovich

Mike Luckovich cartoon depicting President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump ahead of the first presidential debate of 2024.

The presidential debate in Atlanta between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump begins at 9 p.m. on Thursday, June 27. But viewers will have a choice of cable and streaming options to watch or listen. Here’s how to watch:

On your phone: Livestream the debate on the AJC News app. Download the app now from the App Store or Google Play.

On your computer: Come back to AJC.com to livestream and follow live updates from our political team.

On the big screen: The debate will air on CNN, CNN International, CNN en Español, CNN Max and on CNN.com. It also will be available for simulcast by other networks.

Moderators: CNN anchors Jake Tapper and Dana Bash will serve as moderators. There will be no studio audience.

Format: The debate is scheduled to last 90 minutes with two commercial breaks. Both candidates will speak at identical podiums.

Equipment: CNN rules say the candidates cannot bring “props or pre-written notes,” but they will be given a pen, paper and bottled water.