Obama Criticizes Trump White House During Spanberger Campaign Events

Former President Barack Obama campaigned for Democratic gubernatorial candidates Abigail Spanberger in Virginia and Mikie Sherrill in New Jersey, sharply criticizing President Donald Trump's administration. Obama accused Trump of promoting lawlessness, recklessness, and divisiveness, citing issues like the misuse of the Department of Justice against political opponents, the controversial $300 million White House ballroom project, and spreading distracting conspiracy theories and AI-generated videos. He portrayed Spanberger as a bipartisan problem-solver with a strong track record, emphasizing the need for leadership that unites rather than divides. Obama warned that Trump's policies had not improved the lives of Virginians, urging voters to reject the current administration's approach and support Democratic candidates to restore democratic norms. His rallies underscored the 2025 elections as a referendum on Trump's presidency and a chance to steer the country toward a better direction. The former president concluded with his signature call to action: "Don't boo, vote."