(CNN) The Democratic National Committee on Thursday announced details for the first two presidential primary debates of the 2020 cycle, with plans to hold each debate over two consecutive nights in anticipation of a large field of candidates. The first debate will take place in June and the second one in July of 2019. NBC, MSNBC and Telemundo are set to partner on the June debate, and CNN is set to host the July event. A total of 12 presidential primary debates are planned during the 2020 cycle. The Democratic field to take on President Donald Trump in 2020 is already large and diverse, with 11 contenders in the race and other high-profile candidates, including former Vice President Joe Biden and former Texas Rep. Beto O'Rourke, still considering a run.

Source: CNN February 14, 2019 21:00 UTC