Becker's Healthcare October 2, 2024
Mackenzie Bean and Erica Carbajal

Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz took the stage Oct. 1 for the only vice presidential debate at the CBS Broadcast Center in New York City.

During the 90-minute broadcast, moderated by CBS News’ Nora O’Donnell and Margaret Brennan, the candidates discussed climate change, the economy, immigration and geopolitical tensions. Several questions about healthcare topics were asked.

Four takeaways for healthcare leaders, with context:

1. Reproductive rights: Mr. Vance underscored running mate Donald Trump’s position that abortion policy be left to states to decide, while Mr. Walz reinforced Ms. Harris’ vow to restore the federal right to abortion, if elected.

Ms. O’Donnell introduced the topic by asking Mr. Walz about a bill he signed...

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