Neither man is on the ballot but Republican President Donald Trump and Democratic former President Barack Obama took prominent roles on the campaign trail on Wednesday, with less than a week to go ...
Trump and Obama trade barbs in closing week of US midterm election
Obama and Trump crisscross key states before the midterms as control of Congress hangs in the balance.

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Trump and Obama made campaign appearances as midterm elections approach, with Obama criticizing Trump and urging support for Democratic candidates.
- Obama criticized Trump's policies and urged voters to support Democratic candidates in Georgia.
- Trump's approval rating is low, but he remains influential in the Republican Party.
- Analysts predict Democrats may gain House majority, with Senate race being closely contested.
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