Rick Scott, Bill Nelson set to face off in Oct. 2 debate

Orlando, Fla. — The Nelson campaign announced that the first of three scheduled debates in the Florida Senate race will take place on October 2, in Miami.

The race between Governor Rick Scott and his democratic opponent Senator Bill Nelson, has become one of the most closely watched races in the nation.

The hour-long debate will be broadcast by Telemundo stations in Miami, Fort Myers, Orlando, Tampa and West Palm Beach.

The Associated Press reported that the Scott campaign has agreed to hold three debates. The Nelson campaign said one of those could be sponsored by CNN and take place in mid-October.