Obama's presence and Trump's policies draw NJ crowd in final push to keep state blue
Former US President Barack Obama rallied New Jersey Democratic voters in their final push to keep the state blue, with enthusiasm high despite concerns about former President Donald Trump's policies.
Former President Barack Obama rallied support for New Jersey Democratic voters in their final push to keep the state blue, drawing a large crowd at a community college campus as they looked to counter Republican efforts led by policies championed by former President Donald Trump. The event came on the heels of a series of high-profile midterm elections across the country. Obama's presence was seen as a boost for Democratic candidates in the state, while Trump's policies were viewed as a major obstacle to their success. The rally marked an 11th-hour push for New Jersey Democrats as they looked to turn out their base and secure key victories.