This means anyone with an internet-connected device on any platform can watch the event without having to pay or have a TV service provider.
The primetime debate on Dec. 15th will include Donald Trump; retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson; Cruz; Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida; former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush; former Hewlett-Packard CEO Carly Fiorina; New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie; Ohio Gov. John Kasich; and Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky.
According to the company, CNN’s TV Everywhere option is available in over 86 million homes with more than 350 distribution partners.
The CNN Republican Primary Debate is also available on traditional television through satellite and cable TV operators nationwide. CNN can be found on DirecTV Channel 202 (HD/SD), Dish Network Channel 200 (HD/SD), Verizon FiOS Channel 600 (HD), and most other providers.