The vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz was marked by civility and a focus on policy differences. Vance targeted Vice President Kamala Harris on border security, and Walz criticized Donald Trump on abortion rights and his false election claims. Vance deflected questions about Trump's 2020 election loss. Vance claimed that an influx of migrants in Springfield, Ohio, has overwhelmed the community while emphasizing his concern for American citizens in the area. Walz argued that abortion is a basic human right, while Vance advocated for leaving abortion laws to the states, emphasizing the country's diversity.