In a recent post on Truth Social, Donald Trump has voiced his opinion on the ‘no artificial lifts’ rule for the upcoming debate against Kamala Harris. Trump claims that this rule will prevent Harris from using any aids to appear taller, citing a previous incident involving former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg who was allegedly denied a ‘lift’ during a debate. However, it remains unverified whether this rule is actually in place or if it’s just Trump’s speculation. The debate, scheduled for Tuesday night, will be the first face-to-face encounter between Trump and Harris.
Trump claims that the use of ‘artificial lifts’ would be a form of cheating and that Bloomberg was denied a ‘lift’ during a 2020 Democratic primary debate because it was considered unfair. He states that Harris has a height of 5’4 and a half, reaching 5’7 and a half with heels, while he himself stands between 6’2 and 6’3.
While the validity of the ‘no artificial lifts’ rule is uncertain, it has sparked discussions about the role of height in debates and its potential influence on public perception. The upcoming debate will undoubtedly be closely watched, and viewers will likely pay close attention to even the smallest details, including the candidates’ heights.
