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'His history as a ... ': Michelle Obama defends Kamala Harris in Michigan

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Former First Lady Michelle Obama joined Vice President Kamala Harris on the campaign trail in Michigan , a crucial battleground state. Their appearance comes amid a flurry of campaigning as both parties vie for support in the lead-up to November 5.

Michelle Obama expressed frustration over the scrutiny faced by Harris compared to the lack of accountability for Donald Trump , saying, "I hope you'll forgive me if I'm a little angry that we are indifferent to his erratic behaviour, his obvious mental decline, and his history as a convicted felon." Her remarks reflect a growing concern among Democrats about the narrative surrounding the candidates as they head into the final stretch of the campaign.

"His history as a convicted felon, a known slumlord, a predator found liable for sexual abuse. All of this while we pick apart Kamala's answers from interviews that he doesn't even have the courage to do," she said.

Meanwhile, Trump held a rally in Michigan, where he launched a series of personal attacks on Harris. He labelled her as "a dope" and accused her of advocating for an "open border" policy, asserting, "She will destroy our country. Everyone knows it." Trump's rhetoric was met with criticism from Democratic supporters, who argue that his tactics distract from pressing issues facing voters.

Harris, fresh from a rally with pop icon Beyoncé in Texas, continued to focus on abortion rights—an area seen as a vulnerability for Republicans—by visiting a local doctor's office in Kalamazoo. "Because of Trump and what he did with the Supreme Court, we are looking at a health care crisis in America," she told reporters, highlighting the impact of recent judicial decisions on reproductive rights.

As early voting continues, polls indicate a virtual dead heat between the candidates. With over 38 million Americans having cast their ballots already, voters face a historic decision: electing the first woman president or returning Trump to office at 78 years old.

Harris plans to campaign in Philadelphia on Sunday, targeting voters in key districts, while Trump rallies supporters in Pennsylvania, a state he hopes to reclaim after losing it in 2020. The outcome in Michigan, along with other swing states, could prove pivotal in determining the next president.
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