Trump Criticizes Obama Over Endorsement of Michigan Senate Candidate

Former President Obama rallied in Detroit for Abdul El-Sayed, prompting Trump to label the Democratic candidate a "jihadist" and urge votes for Republican Mike Rogers.

A sharp political clash erupted between Donald Trump and Barack Obama ahead of the US Senate election in Michigan, news outlets ynet and Israel National News reported.

Former US President Barack Obama appeared at a campaign rally in Detroit alongside Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed, who is seeking to become the first Muslim US senator. During the rally, Obama criticized Trump over his policy toward Iran and defended the nuclear accord signed during his administration.

In response, Trump criticized Obama, termed El-Sayed a "jihadist," and defended his past decision to withdraw from the nuclear pact. Trump also called on voters across the state to back Republican contender Mike Rogers.