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Trump and Obama trade barbs in closing week of US midterm election
Publication: France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines
Author: FRANCE24
Source published: 29/10/2026, 14:48:42 UTC
Briefing created: 29/10/2026, 23:32:35 UTC
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Briefings
In the final week of the US midterm election, former President Barack Obama and current President Donald Trump engaged in high-profile campaign rhetoric despite neither holding an official ballot. With less than a week remaining, 35 of the 100 Senate seats and all 435 House seats are up for contest, with analysts predicting a potential Democratic majority in the House and a very close Senate race.
Key points
- Former President Barack Obama and current President Donald Trump engaged in prominent campaign rhetoric during the closing week of the US midterm election, despite neither holding an official ballot.
- Thirty-five of the 100 Senate seats and all 435 seats in the House of Representatives are being contested next Tuesday, with nonpartisan analysts favoring Democrats' chances of capturing a majority in the House.
Context
The US midterm election is a pivotal moment where congressional races could shift the balance of power in Washington. With less than a week remaining, the contest for the Senate is seen as very close, while the House race is expected to favor Democrats.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to campaign trail activities and analyst predictions; specific voter turnout figures, election results, or future policy impacts are not provided.
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