Obama warns donors that races are 'on the razor's edge' as he ramps up midterm push
With Election Day less than a month away, former President Barack Obama is taking a larger role in Democratic midterm efforts. He is fundraising, appearing at campaign events and supporting candidates through advertising.
At a fundraiser with Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester of Delaware, Obama cautioned that close contests were uncertain. He pointed to Kansas, Nebraska and Sen. Jon Ossoff’s race in Georgia as places where Democrats are competing unexpectedly.
Obama’s office said the event brought in $3.6 million, putting his contributions to party committees this election cycle at $13.6 million.
Obama also defended the party’s range of political views and praised Turek’s focus on farmers affected by tariffs and the Iran War. His continued outreach comes as Democrats try to strengthen their position in closely contested races before Election Day.
Key points
- Obama has raised $13.6 million for Democratic party committees this cycle.
- He warned that several close races remain uncertain.
- His efforts include fundraising, candidate appearances and digital advertising.