David Muir of ABC refutes the uproar surrounding the moderators after the debate.

On Monday, ABC News' David Muir defended the performance of the candidates and moderators in the post-debate "noise," stating that he and Linsey Davis conducted the event well.

"The noise about the debate, such as which candidate won and whether the moderators won or lost, is irrelevant. The most important thing to remember is that you all have the power."

Muir stated that it was his and Davis' responsibility to address the concerns of Americans, including questions about the economy, the border crisis, reproductive rights, Afghanistan, and the peaceful transfer of power.

The issues we face today are crucial, and as a moderator, I always emphasize the importance of how candidates handle their time. When asking questions, candidates may provide different answers based on their choices, so it's essential to be prepared for any unexpected moments.

At the conclusion of the summer, Muir vanished due to the intense debate and the considerable effort required to prepare for the event. He commended the "remarkable" team that assisted him in preparation.

During the debate, Muir and Davis were criticized by conservatives for fact-checking Trump five times, while they never fact-checked Vice President Kamala Harris once. Trump, who received criticism for his uneven performance, later fretted that it was "three on one."

Liberal media pundits widely praised Muir and Davis, while conservatives fumed, contrasting their active performance with the more passive display of CNN's Dana Bash and Jake Tapper during the June debate between Trump and Biden. Biden's poor showing at the CNN debate directly led to him exiting the 2024 race and being replaced by Harris.

In a post-debate interview, Davis, whose viral "fact-check" of Trump on an abortion claim was widely circulated, cited CNN as a source.

At the time, people were concerned that statements were not disputed by candidate Biden or the moderators, as Davis told the Los Angeles Times.

On Monday, the second assassination attempt on Trump was discussed by Muir, who expressed disbelief and described the situation as "horrific."

"The "World News Tonight" anchor stated that we must condemn all violence in the country and ensure the safety of both the former and current presidents to reach Election Day."