What to Expect in the Second Republican Debate
- DeSantis, Scott have second chance to grab the limelight
- Candidates gather in California as Trump heads to Michigan
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The auto workers strike, the looming government shutdown and a renewed focus on abortion rights all set the backdrop for the second Republican primary debate on Wednesday.
The event kicking off at 9 p.m. New York time in Simi Valley, California, could bring fresh attention to issues surrounding immigration and border security. It also provides another chance for the candidates to distinguish themselves from the pack and mount a serious challenge to former President Donald Trump. The clear frontrunner has once again opted to skip the gathering.