Obama hosts fundraiser with Senate Democrats weeks before midterms
Summary
President Barack Obama held a fundraiser to support Senate Democrats before the upcoming midterm elections. The event focused on efforts to gain control of the Senate, with key races in states like Michigan, Texas, and Ohio drawing attention.Key Facts
- Obama hosted a fundraiser for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee to discuss the midterm elections.
- Senate Democrats need to gain four seats to take control from Republicans, who currently have a 53-47 majority.
- Some recent polling shows competitive races in states like Michigan, Texas, and Ohio.
- Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed has a slight lead in Michigan, where the seat is open due to Sen. Gary Peters retiring.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said voters are unhappy with President Trump and Republican senators.
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Republicans have a strong record and path to keep control.
- Obama is campaigning for Democrats and has recorded ads for Senate and governor candidates nationwide.
- House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries expects Democrats to take back the House and is working closely with Obama and Vice President Kamala Harris.
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