First presidential debate - as it happened: Hillary Clinton comes out on top as defensive Donald Trump flounders
The two rivals went head-to-head in the first of three Presidential debates
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Your support makes all the difference.Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump faced off in their first debate since becoming the presidential nominees.
The candidates entered the debate in a near dead heat as polls showed Ms Clinton's lead all but disappear. But Ms Clinton may see a boost after tonight's performance, during which Mr Trump appeared underprepared.
Mr Trump repeatedly resorted to the version of himself present during the Republican primaries, as he continuously interrupted Ms Clinton and continued to repeat falsehoods.
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