Former President Donald Trump got lucky during the first general election presidential debate in June.

President Joe Biden imploded on stage in real time before the eyes of the American people, leaving zero path forward for him to continue in his bid for a second term.

By comparison, Trump came out looking victorious.

He probably will have to try a little harder at the debate Tuesday evening against his new opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris.

While Harris is unlikely to stumble as much as her boss did, unscripted settings are not her forte. She’s also traditionally not good under extreme pressure – or when she’s pushed hard on her record.

Trump could use both those weaknesses to his advantage – if he doesn’t let his own faults get in the way.

Harris' mediocre record:Kamala Harris seems 'unburdened' by her lackluster past. She can thank the media for that.

In her first major interview since becoming the Democratic nominee,........

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