Republican debate_ Without Donald Trump present, who won the first showdown_ - BBC News

Republican contenders clashed on stage at their first 2024 presidential debate, as they vied to displace the absent frontrunner Donald Trump.

Eight rivals took to the stage in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to brawl over issues from Ukraine to abortion.

While most were reluctant to attack Mr Trump, some of the hopefuls did take aim at the no-show former president.

The eventual winner will challenge the Democratic candidate, likely President Joe Biden, in November 2024.