Full Debate: Walz vs. Vance in CBS News Vice-Presidential Debate | WSJ

The Vice Presidential Debate

• The first and only vice presidential debate, featuring Democratic Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota and Republican Senator JD Vance of Ohio, is taking place with just over a month until election day. (2m3s)
• This debate is likely the final one of the election cycle, and voting has already begun in 20 states. (2m15s)

Debate Format

• CBS News is hosting the vice presidential debate live from their headquarters in New York. (2m50s)

JD Vance's Views on Donald Trump

• JD Vance believes that Donald Trump's return to the White House would make the American dream attainable again. He believes Trump will bring stability to the world through strength and deterrence. (8m40s)
• JD Vance expressed condolences for the victims of Hurricane Otis, emphasizing the need for a strong federal response. He committed to prioritizing citizens' needs in disaster situations if Trump is re-elected. (13m42s)
• JD Vance states that Donald Trump and himself support clean air and water and a cleaner, safer environment. (13m54s)
• JD Vance states that the US has not built a new nuclear facility in the past 40 years. (18m11s)
• JD Vance believes that Donald Trump delivered for the American people with a strong economy, secure border, and other positive outcomes. (44m0s)
• JD Vance believes that Republicans need to earn back the trust of the American people on the issue of abortion. (49m8s)
• J.D. Vance believes that abortion policy should be decided at the state level. (50m5s)
• J.D. Vance believes that while there are instances where holding parents responsible for school shootings is appropriate, that decision should be left to local law enforcement. (1h1m11s)
• JD Vance believes that the US has a mental health crisis that contributes to gun violence. He also believes that empowering law enforcement to arrest and prosecute gun offenders is crucial in addressing the issue. (1h5m41s)
• JD Vance states that 25 million illegal immigrants are competing with Americans for homes, which is a significant driver of home prices in the country. (1h10m46s)
• JD Vance believes that lowering energy prices by increasing domestic energy production would provide immediate price relief for American citizens, not just in housing but in other economic goods as well. (1h11m34s)
• JD Vance asserts that Donald Trump's policies, including prescription drug pricing transparency and reinsurance regulations, improved the Affordable Care Act and made healthcare more affordable. (1h17m41s)
• JD Vance believes in promoting choice in family care and childcare, advocating for a system that supports various models, including those involving churches and neighborhood collaborations. (1h26m51s)
• JD Vance asserts that the Donald Trump economic plan aims to generate revenue by penalizing companies that outsource jobs and countries that use slave labor, using these funds to support American workers. (1h28m17s)
• The Trump administration plans to use revenue from economic growth to fund paid family leave and childcare options. (1h28m46s)
• J.D. Vance argues that it's hypocritical for Democrats to claim Donald Trump is a threat to democracy when he peacefully transferred power on January 20th, and that Democrats have also protested election results in the past. (1h35m59s)
• Vance believes that censorship, particularly the suppression of certain viewpoints on social media, is a serious threat to democracy and the First Amendment. (1h38m12s)
• JD Vance argues that Kamala Harris's policies have made it more challenging for Americans to afford basic necessities like heating, food, and housing. (1h47m27s)
• Vance criticizes Kamala Harris for not addressing these issues during her time as Vice President. (1h47m59s)

Tim Walz's Views on Donald Trump

• Tim Walz stated that Iran is closer to having a nuclear weapon than before due to Trump's leadership. He also criticized Trump's response to Iran shooting down an American aircraft and Iranian missiles injuring US troops. (10m7s)
• Tim Walz states that there has been a massive investment in clean energy, the biggest in global history, through the Inflation Reduction Act. (15m55s)
• Tim wants to undo the Trump tax cuts that provided middle-class and working-class Americans with more take-home pay. (34m50s)
• Tim believes that Joe Biden continuing some of Trump's tariffs protected American manufacturing jobs. (45m16s)
• Tim believes that there should be consequences for companies using slave labor and undercutting American wages. (45m32s)
• Tim Walz believes that abortion policy should be decided at the federal level and that geography should not determine a woman's right to an abortion. (50m53s)
• Tim Walz believes women should make their own healthcare decisions with their physicians. (54m45s)
• Tim Walz believes that when Roe v. Wade was in place things worked best and that restoring it would be the best course of action. (55m17s)
• Tim Walz believes that the US can learn from Finland, which has a high gun ownership rate but does not experience the same level of gun violence as the US. He believes that reasonable measures can be taken to address gun violence without infringing on the Second Amendment. (1h4m17s)
• Tim Walz, who previously opposed an assault weapons ban, changed his stance after meeting with families of victims of the Sandy Hook shooting. He acknowledges the role of guns in gun violence and believes that measures can be taken to address the issue while protecting the Second Amendment. (1h6m23s)
• Tim Walz states that Minneapolis has seen the lowest inflation rates and a 12% increase in stock due to government investment in housing affordability. (1h9m21s)
• Tim Walz believes there are better ways to address housing issues than selling federal land, citing Minnesota's success in refurbishing homes and making investments to increase housing availability. (1h13m45s)
• Tim Walz believes that Donald Trump's refusal to acknowledge the results of the 2020 election and the events of January 6th pose a significant threat to democracy. (1h34m5s)
• Walz believes that Donald Trump's presidency has instilled fear in many Americans and that Kamala Harris offers a positive alternative. (1h46m16s)

Immigration

• The current administration aims to address the immigration crisis by stopping illegal immigration, deporting criminal migrants, and making it harder for illegal immigrants to undercut American worker wages. (20m11s)
• The Biden administration supports a bipartisan immigration bill that includes increased border security, funding for drug detection, and expedited adjudications. (23m25s)
• Donald Trump made promises about building a wall and having Mexico pay for it, but less than 2% of the wall was built and Mexico did not contribute financially. (24m8s)
• Kamala Harris is accused of enabling Mexican drug cartels, who use children as drug mules, by undoing Donald Trump's border policies. (24m46s)
• CBS News polling indicates that over 50% of Americans support mass deportations. (25m48s)
• A bill has been proposed that would provide funding for processing asylum claims within 90 days. (29m3s)
• A Federal Reserve study, to be shared on social media after the debate, examines the link between increased migration, particularly illegal immigration, and rising housing costs. (1h14m17s)

Economy

• The Wharton School estimates that the economic plan put forth by Kamala Harris would increase the national deficit by $1.2 trillion. (31m0s)
• The Wharton School estimates that the Trump plan would increase the national deficit by $5.8 trillion. (33m14s)
• Donald Trump's economic policies resulted in the highest take-home pay in a generation, 1.5% inflation, and peace and security around the world. (34m36s)
• Donald Trump created the largest trade deficit in American history with China. (38m7s)
• Tim Walz traveled to China in the summer of 1989 and upon returning to the United States, started a program to take young people to China. (40m47s)
• Tim Walz stated that he misspoke when he previously said he was in China during the Tiananmen Square protests. (42m35s)

Healthcare

• According to this speaker, the ACA has been successful, with increased enrollment and improved affordability and accessibility of healthcare. (1h21m45s)
• The speaker argues that negotiating drug prices through Medicare, as Kamala Harris did, has resulted in lower costs for common medications. (1h22m40s)
• Kamala Harris supports paid family and medical leave and believes it benefits both families and businesses. (1h23m36s)
• Kamala Harris believes that under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), more people have health insurance coverage than before, and Donald Trump has consistently attempted to repeal it. (1h18m51s)

Childcare

• The high cost of childcare is attributed to a shortage of childcare providers. (1h29m22s)
• Businesses that hire and build companies in the United States will receive tax cuts, while those that move jobs overseas will face penalties. (1h28m35s)

Other

• Topsoil erosion from storms is a concern, and mitigation efforts like burying power lines are being considered. (18m43s)
• Tim Walz states that Kamala Harris has created a diverse coalition of supporters, including Bernie Sanders, Dick Cheney, and Taylor Swift. (1h45m4s)
• The people of the United States are incredible, but they will not be able to achieve their dreams with the current leadership in Washington. (1h48m27s)
• The United States needs a new direction and a president who has experience and success in the role. (1h48m43s)
• There are 35 days until election day. (1h49m9s)