The second round of debates among 2020 Democrats hoping to take on President Donald Trump in the next presidential election starts Tuesday night.
Just like the first round of debates in June, the large roster of 2020 hopefuls has been split into two nights.
Here’s what you need to know about how to live stream the first round of debate, which will feature 10 Democrats vying for the party’s nomination ahead of the next election.
What time is the first round of the second Democratic debate?
CNN is hosting the two split debates. The first round will begin at 7pm CT. Both rounds are being held in Detroit.
Which candidates are in this debate?
The first night of the debate will feature several of the front-runners so far in the race and a large number of candidates hoping to gain ground as the primaries and caucuses grow closer.
Here’s who will participate in the first round of the second Democratic presidential debate:
- Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.)
- Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.)
- Mayor Pete Buttigieg
- Former Rep. Beto O’Rourke
- Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.)
- Former Gov. John Hickenlooper
- Rep. Tim Ryan (D-Ohio)
- Former Rep. John Delaney
- Marianne Williamson
- Gov. Steve Bullock (D-Mont.)
The debate will be moderated by Dana Bash, Don Lemon, and Jake Tapper.
How to watch the Democratic debate
CNN says that it is streaming both nights of debate on its website without the need for logging in with a cable provider.
It will also be streaming without a TV subscription on its Apple and Android apps, and channels on Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire, Chromecast, and Android TV.
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For potential cord-cutters, CNN is available on a handful of the major live TV streaming services. When trying to decide which one is best for you, you’ll want to weigh the cost, other channels you’ll receive, and compatible devices for streaming. No matter which service you pick, you’ll start with a one-week trial, so you can watch the Democratic debates for free.
1) Sling TV
- Cost: $25-$40 per month (40% off first month)
- Devices: Amazon Fire TVs, Android Fire Stick, Apple TV, Android TV, Roku, Xbox One, Google Chromecast, Oculus Go, and iOS and Android devices
- Local channels: NBC, Fox (check your local availability here)
For a more à la carte service, look to Sling TV. It offers two cable packages, Sling Orange and Sling Blue, both of which cost $25 per month. If you grab them both (Sling Orange + Blue) you can save $10 per month. Sling Blue offers more bang for your buck with over 40 channels, including sports necessities like FS1, NBCSN, and NFL Network. You’ll also gain access to the usual cable mainstays like Food Network, Discovery, Cartoon Network, SYFY, and FXX. Here’s the complete guide to Sling TV channels. CNN is available in Sling Orange and Sling Orange + Blue packages.
2) FuboTV
- Cost: $44.99 for your first month and $54.99 per month thereafter (after a 7-day free trial)
- FuboTV devices: Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire, Android TV, iOS and Android devices
- Local channels: ABC, Fox, NBC, CBS, the CW (in some markets) (check local availability here)
FuboTV was built from the ground up with sports fans in mind. There are different channel packages available whether you’re looking for basketball, soccer, golf, and even outdoor sports like rock climbing. But no worries, all the great cable channels you’re after are present too, including Viceland, Bravo, TBS, and IFC. Here’s the complete FuboTV channels list.
3) Hulu with Live TV
- Cost: $44.95 per month (after a 7-day free trial)
- Hulu devices: Roku, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Amazon Fire Stick and Fire TV, Xbox One, Xbox 360, Nintendo Switch, and iOS and Android devices
- Local channels: ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC, the CW (check your local availability here)
Hulu with Live TV is one of the most popular ways to stream live TV, perhaps because you gain access to a massive library of on-demand content including classic and current TV shows, movies, not to mention Hulu’s original programming. As far as live-streaming goes, you’ll have almost 60 channels to flip through, including HGTV, a full suite of ESPN channels, Cartoon Network, FX, and even deep cuts like Nat Geo Wild and Syfy. Here’s the complete list of Hulu Live TV channels.
4) PlayStation Vue
- Cost:$44.99-$79.99 per month (after a 7-day free trial)
- PlayStation Vue devices: PlayStation 3 and 4, Roku, Amazon Fire, Google Chromecast, Kodi, iOS and Android devices
- Local channels: NBC, Fox, ABC, CBS (enter your ZIP code here to check your availability)
If you have a PS4 and are into the idea of having your gaming and streaming needs met in the same place, PlayStation Vue is made for you. Jumping from your favorite game to your favorite show is seamless, and controlling it is as intuitive as playing an actual game. Your PS4 controller is your remote, after all. Still, you don’t need a PS4 to enjoy this service. You can also use a Roku, Amazon Fire devices, and even Kodi. Plus, you’ll get awesome channels like AMC, BBC America, and Bravo in PlayStation Vue’s entry-level package. One subscription works with up to five devices, all with unlimited cloud DVR storage, which makes it one of the most binge-friendly solutions. (Here are all of PlayStation Vue channels.)
5) YouTube TV
- Cost: $49.99 per month (after a 7-day free trial)
- YouTube TV devices: Google Chromecast, Roku, Apple TV,Android TV, Xbox One, iOS, and Android devices
- Local channels: NBC, CBS, Fox, ABC, the CW (enter your ZIP code here to check your availability)
YouTube TV is a great solution for families because one subscription can add up to six accounts. Each account comes with unlimited cloud DVR. There are sports channels like NBCSN, NBA TV, and four ESPN channels. Disney, Disney XD, Disney Junior, and Cartoon Network will keep any kid (or kid at heart) busy for hours. It also comes with a few Spanish-language channels like Telemundo and NBC Universo. AMC, BBC America, and IFC are there too, so you won’t miss out on all that prestige TV. (You can find the full list of YouTube TV channels here.)
How to watch the Democratic debate: Lineup
Below are the lineups for both debates in the second round of the presidential primary. Candidates Mike Gravel, Seth Moulton, Tom Steyer, Joe Sestak, and Wayne Messam didn’t qualify for the debates.
July 30
- Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.)
- Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.)
- Mayor Pete Buttigieg
- Former Rep. Beto O’Rourke
- Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.)
- Former Gov. John Hickenlooper
- Rep. Tim Ryan (D-Ohio)
- Former Rep. John Delaney
- Marianne Williamson
- Gov. Steve Bullock (D-Mont.)
July 31
- Former Vice President Joe Biden
- Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif.)
- Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.)
- Former HUD Secretary Julian Castro
- Andrew Yang
- Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii)
- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.)
- Gov. Jay Inslee (D-Wash.)
- Mayor Bill de Blasio
- Sen. Michael Bennet (D-Colo.)
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