Barack Obama Returns To Campaign Trail

Former President Barack Obama campaigned for Democratic candidates Sherrod BrownSherrod BrownAmerican politician and educator (born 1952) and Amy ActonAmy ActonAmerican physician and politician (born 1966) in Ohio, then for Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-SayedAbdul El-SayedAmerican politician and epidemiologist (born 1984) in Detroit, as Democrats pushed turnout before the November 3 midterm elections. The contests are close and could affect Senate control. El-Sayed could become the first Muslim U.S. senator, but is courting Black voters after primary divisions and community tensions. Obama blamed Trump for higher costs; Trump defended his record by citing tariffs and other policies. Obama condemned Republican Vivek RamaswamyVivek RamaswamyAmerican presidential candidate and businessman (born 1985)’s ad featuring Acton’s estranged mother, while Ramaswamy called it an attack on alleged dishonesty. His campaign later aired a shorter version that dropped one claim. Early voting is underway in Michigan.