On June 28, 2024, FOX News Media’s simulcast of the CNN presidential debate emerged as the highest-rated program on television, capturing a substantial audience across various platforms. According to Nielsen Media Research, the simulcast, broadcast on FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX Network, FOXNews.com, and FOX Nation, attracted an impressive 13,421,000 viewers and 3,342,000 in the 25-54 age demographic, making it the top-rated show of the night. This significant viewership translated into FOX News Media and FOX Network securing a commanding 26% share of the audience for the debate, outpacing NBC’s 21%, CNN’s 20%, ABC’s 18%, and CBS’s 10%.

The recent presidential debate in Atlanta underscored deep concerns about the suitability of both candidates for the highest office in the land. On one side, former President Donald Trump faced widespread criticism for his frequent misstatements and falsehoods, while on the other, President Joe Biden’s performance raised questions about his cognitive abilities. Donald Trump’s approach to the debate was characterized by a barrage of inaccuracies and misleading statements. Fact-checkers had a field day, documenting numerous instances where Trump distorted facts or outright lied.

The issue of K-12 education and parental rights has emerged as a highly contentious topic in the United States, polarizing communities and sparking intense debates across the country. The divide is primarily centered on how much influence parents, local school boards, and the federal government should have over what children are taught in schools. This debate touches on a variety of issues, including curriculum content, the role of teachers, and the inclusion of controversial topics like race, gender identity, and religion in school education.