Obama blasts Trump’s ‘chaos and cruelty’ while campaigning for Democrats
Former President Barack Obama campaigned for Democratic candidates in Michigan and Ohio, criticizing the Trump administration's handling of the economy and rising costs. Meanwhile, President Trump cast his early ballot in Florida while continuing to address the ongoing tensions with Iran.
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Obama blasts Trump’s ‘chaos and cruelty’ while campaigning for Democrats left Former President Barack Obama, centre, joined by Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate Abdul El-Sayed, left, and Democratic gubernatorial nominee and Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, raise hands during a campaign event at Cass Technical High School Saturday, October 24, 2026, in Detroit. AP AP https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/p7q300/article71622461.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/APTOPIX_Election_2_26_Michigan_14939.jpg Paul Sancya Former President Barack Obama, center, joined by Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate Abdul El-Sayed, left, and Democratic gubernatorial nominee and Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson raise hands during a campaign event at Cass Technical High School Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, in Detroit.(AP Photo/Paul Sancya) Ohio and Michigan, the 65-year-old former President blamed the Trump administration for the rising cost of living, a top voter concern amid soaring fuel prices Washington, United States Former U.S.
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