COLUMBIA, S.C. (NEWSnet/AP) — Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has challenged Donald Trump to a debate, for when both address a Libertarian convention later this month.

In an open letter to Trump posted Tuesday on X, Kennedy said the Libertarian convention provides “perfect neutral territory for you and me to have a debate where you can defend your record for your wavering supporters.”

Kennedy, who in 2023 challenged Biden for the Democratic nomination before launching an independent bid, has argued his relatively strong showing in a few national polls gives his candidacy legitimacy.

Spokespeople for the Trump campaign and the Libertarian Party did not return messages seeking comment.

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