Tim Walz and JD Vance will have a debate for Vice President tomorrow. Here’s what you need to know.

Welcome to the Boston Post News network, where we bring you the latest updates on the upcoming vice-presidential debate between Sen. JD Vance of Ohio and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. Both candidates, relatively new to the national political stage, are gearing up for the only scheduled debate before the November election.

The debate, set three weeks after the former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris faced off in their only scheduled debate, is highly anticipated. Walz, known for being Harris’ running mate, boasts a long political career, largely unrecognized outside of Minnesota before joining the Democratic ticket.

On the other hand, Vance, the famed author of “Hillbilly Elegy,” entered politics in 2022 and was swiftly selected by Trump as his running mate less than two years later. With contrasting backgrounds and perspectives, both candidates are expected to engage in a spirited debate on crucial issues.

Wondering when the debate will begin and end? Tune in at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday as the event runs for 90 minutes, ending at 10:30 p.m. ET, paralleling the length of the presidential debates. Esteemed journalists Norah O’Donnell and Margaret Brennan will moderate the debate at the CBS Broadcast Center in New York City.

As the candidates delve into various topics, it is crucial to note the debate’s rules. Both campaigns have agreed to a structured format, encompassing two four-minute commercial breaks and a prohibition on any campaign staff interaction with the candidates during these intervals. To maintain focus on the candidates’ responses, there will be no live audience present.

With no opening statements, the moderators will introduce Walz and Vance, with Walz speaking first. Each candidate will have designated positions on stage, dictating the flow of the debate. Pre-written notes or props are disallowed, ensuring an unfiltered exchange of ideas between the contenders.

The debate will feature questions with two-minute response times and a one-minute opportunity for rebuttals. Microphone management, a contentious issue in previous debates, will allow for uninterrupted responses, albeit with the network’s ability to intervene if necessary.

Viewers can catch the debate on cable via CBS, with coverage starting at 8 p.m. ET on CBS broadcast stations. Those without cable can stream the event on the free CBS News app, Paramount+, and other platforms where CBS News 24/7 is accessible.

The Boston Post News network invites you to stay informed on this pivotal vice-presidential debate, offering insights into the candidates’ positions and the issues shaping the national political landscape. Join us as we witness a crucial moment in electoral history.