First debate will have no audience.

[Hume]

“Microphones will be muted throughout the debate except for the candidate whose turn it is to speak,” CNN said.

The network also said that during the two commercial breaks, campaign staff will not be permitted to interact with their candidate, and unlike previous debates there will be no studio audience.

Muted mics, no props: CNN details rules for Biden and Trump debate

Network says no studio audience in Atlanta and moderators ‘will use all tools at disposal to ensure a civilized discussion’

www.theguardian.com

 

[Cypress]

“Microphones will be muted throughout the debate except for the candidate whose turn it is to speak,” CNN said.

This wouldn't even be necessary if Trump hadn't proven himself to be a diarrhea mouth at the 2020 debates

 

[archives]

Good ideas, candidates can address the issues directly instead of playing to an audience or constantly interrupting the other while speaking

 

[Hume]

Good ideas, candidates can address the issues directly instead of playing to an audience or constantly interrupting the other while speaking

Yes, most debates with an audience are hard to follow with constant clapping or booing and moderator telling them to be quiet.