VP debate ratings show how many people watched the Walz-Vance showdown

Washington — Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz faced off this week in the sole vice presidential debate of the cycle, where the two sparred over policy — while remaining notably cordial. 

Voters overwhelmingly characterized the debate as positive in tone, according to a CBS News poll conducted immediately following the match up. 

The debate, which came after last-minute changes to the Democratic ticket that upended the race, is also expected to be the final one of the cycle, after President Trump declined to participate in a second matchup against Vice President Kamala Harris before Election Day on Nov. 5.