The battle between the vice presidential candidates is heating up. 

JD Vance, Donald Trump’s running mate and Vice Presidential nominee, has challenged his Democratic counterpart, Tim Walz, to not one but two debates before voters hit the polls in November, according to the Daily Beast. 

“The American people deserve as many debates as possible, which is why President Trump has challenged Kamala to three of them already,” Vance wrote Thursday on X. “Not only do I accept the CBS debate on October 1st, I accept the CNN debate on September 18th as well. I look forward to seeing you at both!”

Vance’s push for these debates isn’t merely about the spectacle; it’s about policy. He’s been clear on platforms like X, where he’s expressed that the American people deserve a thorough examination of policy differences, something he believes can only be achieved through multiple debates.

Vance’s strategy is not just about engaging in debate but about highlighting a perceived reluctance from the Harris campaign, particularly from Walz, who initially expressed eagerness for a debate with a notable quip, “I can’t wait to debate the guy,” Walz said of Vance in a rally clip, “That is if he’s willing to get off the couch and show up.”

This situation has sparked discussions on X, with users pointing out the irony in Walz’s initial bravado about debating Vance, only to seemingly backtrack when it comes to committing to a format that would truly test policy knowledge and debate skills. Vance’s campaign has capitalized on this, framing his readiness for multiple debates as a commitment to transparency and a direct appeal to voters, questioning why anyone would refuse such an opportunity if they truly believed in their policies.

As the election draws closer and Vance’s challenge to Walz was denied, many are left to speculate on what policies might be left undiscussed with only one debate occurring.