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Trump vs Obama - which president has the star power to get out the vote?

BBC News •
October 27, 2026 • 01:59 PM
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The BBC's Sarah Smith followed President Trump and former President Obama on the trail as Republicans and Democrats hope their biggest names can drive turnout in key midterm races.

Trump vs Obama - which president has the star power to get out the vote?

As President Donald Trump and former President Barack Obama hit the campaign trail for Republican and Democratic candidates, both parties are hoping their star power can boost turnout in a critical midterm election. The BBC's Sarah Smith attended rallies featuring both men to ask attendees which president they think can still get voters to the polls.

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