CLEVELAND, OHIO - Here's a brief look backstage at the first 2016 presidential debates, held at the home of the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers. Sen. Ted Cruz attracted a swarm of reporters when he swung through "spin alley" after touring the main stage moments ago:
The backdrop, featuring co-sponsors Fox News, the Ohio Republican Party and Facebook:
The already-packed media filing center. The buzz surrounding the primetime debate is palpable:
Fox's "Campaign Carl" Cameron filing an on-air report:
And yours truly, touring the post-debate spin room:
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