ABC News has made significant changes to its rollout plan for the exclusive interview with President Joe Biden, opting to air the interview on the same day it takes place due to the extraordinary political moment. Originally planned to release clips on Friday and air the interview on Sunday, ABC recognized the need for a more timely release, fearing accusations of hiding information and the rapidly evolving news cycle.

According to a source familiar with the matter, ABC decided to make the interview a "primetime special" as it is deemed of national interest. The network executives promptly notified the White House of the change and scheduled the interview for Friday evening. The full interview will be broadcasted at 8 pm ET, along with a complete transcript to be posted online.

The interview comes at a critical time for President Biden, who faced criticism following his performance during the recent debate. Concerns were raised within the Democratic Party about Biden's ability to serve as the nominee after he struggled to complete sentences and appeared lost while responding to former President Donald Trump's claims.

Anchor George Stephanopoulos, who will conduct the interview, is expected to pose tough questions regarding Biden's age, abilities, and the future of the election. As a former White House communications director under President Bill Clinton, Stephanopoulos's approach to questions about the White House team's handling of communication around Biden's age will also be closely scrutinized.

The duration of the interview remains unclear, but it is scheduled for a 30-minute special on ABC affiliates. The interview presents a critical opportunity for voters to assess Biden's abilities in an unscripted, high-stakes setting. ABC's decision to expedite the release of the interview reflects the urgency to address concerns and allow the public to make informed judgments on the presidential nominee.

The accelerated release of ABC's exclusive interview with President Biden highlights the unprecedented circumstances surrounding this election. As the nation eagerly awaits this important event, all eyes will be on both Biden and Stephanopoulos as they navigate through crucial questions that have the potential to shape the future of American politics.