Trump vs Obama - which president has the star power to get out the vote?

The BBC's Sarah Smith followed Trump and Obama as both parties hope their biggest names can drive midterm turnout.

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The BBC's Sarah Smith followed Trump and Obama as both parties hope their biggest names can drive midterm turnout.

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This report is attributed to BBC, published 27 October 2026.

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