Biden had previously been noncommittal about participating in debates, with his campaign declining to commit and Biden himself stating that it depended on Trump's behavior.

The two men debated twice during the 2020 election, with Biden expressing irritation over Trump's antics during the chaotic first debate.

Trump has also expressed readiness for a debate.

During the first debate, Biden expressed his readiness to debate Trump again.

Trump's campaign quickly responded, expressing their willingness to set up a debate.

Trump suggested debating on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday evenings, as he is required to attend his hush money criminal trial in New York every day except Wednesdays.

Trump also proposed debating at the Manhattan courthouse on Friday night since both men were in New York at the same time.

Biden had previously expressed reluctance to debate Trump again.

Former President Trump returned to Washington on Friday after attending his impeachment trial, but he later flew back to Florida to celebrate Melania's birthday.

Trump had previously stated his intention to spend the day with his wife.

Trump did not participate in any Republican primary debates this year, and the Commission on Presidential Debates has announced the dates and locations for the three general election debates between the presidential candidates: Sept. 16 in Texas, Oct. 1 in Virginia, and Oct. 9 in Utah.

The vice presidential debate is scheduled for Sept. 25 in Pennsylvania.

Trump has challenged Biden to hold debates before the official debates, but Biden's campaign has not responded.

Twelve news organizations, including The Associated Press, urged Biden and Trump to participate in debates this month.

Biden has given fewer press interviews than previous presidents and often chooses non-traditional media outlets.

He had an extended, informal interview with Howard Stern, discussing topics like his upbringing and favorite president (Thomas Jefferson).

The interview came after The New York Times criticized Biden for avoiding formal interviews and press conferences, with its publisher urging his team to grant interviews to various news outlets.

The White House arranged an interview with Howard Stern, the radio host known for his conversational interviewing skills and loyal audience, weeks in advance, despite the timing appearing coincidental with recent events.

Stern, who was once a "shock jock," is no longer confrontational but can still elicit revealing discussions with celebrities.