Recap: How the networks presented the first presidential debate

CNN

CNN continued its election look of glossy boxes with a dramatic intro. At Hofstra, CNN had its large desk that debuted at the conventions along with a secondary setup inside the arena.

CNN goes with familiar look, sound for presidential debate

Fox Business

Fox News

Fox News and Fox used a similar look along with multiple setups at the debate site.

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Fusion

Streaming on Univision.com and on Fusion, this broadcast used a decidedly millennial look with bright colors and over-the-top graphics.