It was the smallest TV audience for a presidential debate since 2004, but CNN’s telecast was still among the highest-rated programs of the year. Television, Ratings (Audience Measurement), Presidential Election of 2024, Debates (Political), News and News Media, CNN, Nielsen Media Research It was the smallest TV audience for a presidential debate since 2004, but CNN’s telecast was still among the highest-rated programs of the year. NYT > Business