CNN Defends 2024 Debate Moderators Amid Criticism

The network described anchors Jake Tapper and Dana Bash as ‘well-respected veteran journalists.’

CNN moderator Jake Tapper speaks to the audience during a Democratic primary debate in Detroit, Mich., on July 31, 2019. Scott Olson/Getty Images

CNN is defending its two moderators for the upcoming presidential debate amid accusations of bias from former President Donald Trump’s campaign.

During a segment on Monday, CNN host Kasie Hunt and Trump campaign spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt got into an argument over Ms. Leavitt’s claims about CNN anchors and debate hosts Jake Tapper and Dana Bash.