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Trump blasts Obama as a ‘real jerk’ as predecessor campaigns for Harris with Eminem

Donald Trump launched an attack on former President Barack Obama during a rally on Tuesday, criticizing him for campaigning on behalf of Kamala Harris and even referring to his predecessor as a “jerk.”

Obama Surprises Crowd with Eminem Performance

Obama, 63, made headlines by performing a few lines of Eminem’s hit song “Lose Yourself” at a Harris rally in Detroit. The unexpected moment came after the rapper, a Detroit native, introduced Obama, voicing his support for Harris in the upcoming election.

Rapper Eminem, center, greets the crowd on stage with former President Barack Obama, left, at a campaign rally supporting Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

“As most of you know, Detroit and Michigan mean a lot to me,” Eminem said, urging attendees to vote on Nov. 5 and reminding them to use their voice without fear of retribution for their beliefs.

Trump Accuses Obama of Being a “Divider”

During a rally in Greensboro, North Carolina, Trump took aim at Obama’s role in the campaign, calling him a “divider” and alleging that the former president was brought in because Harris “is incapable of campaigning” on her own.

Trump claimed, “They bring him out because they need help, because she cannot talk for more than 15 minutes.” He also suggested that Obama was only there to attract crowds.

Eminem and Obama: United in Support of Harris

Eminem, who has been vocal about his criticism of Trump in the past, made it clear that he backs Harris, stating, “Vice President Harris supports a future for this country where freedoms will be protected.” After Eminem’s introduction, Obama took to the stage, delivering a lighthearted and charismatic performance of Eminem’s song that included the famous lyrics: “My palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy.”

Mixed Reactions to Obama’s Performance

While Obama’s impromptu performance delighted the rally crowd, reactions on social media were divided. Some found it cringeworthy, while others enjoyed the unexpected moment. Obama’s rap was surprising, but Eminem’s endorsement of Harris was consistent with his past criticisms of Trump, as he has often spoken out against the former president in interviews and songs.

Herbert Bauernebel

Herbert Bauernebel has been reporting from New York since 1999 and currently works for Bild.de, OE24 TV, and US Live. He also runs the news portal AmerikaReport.de. Bauernebel has covered nearly all major US events of the past quarter-century, including 9/11, Hurricane Katrina, Barack Obama’s election, Donald Trump’s surprise victory, the pandemic, last year’s election showdown, as well as natural disasters such as hurricanes and oil spills. He has also reported firsthand on international events, including the Asian tsunami, the Haiti earthquake, and the Fukushima disaster. He lives in Brooklyn with his family and holds degrees in communication and political science from the University of Vienna. Bauernebel is the author of a book about his experiences on 9/11, And the Air Was Full of Ash: 9/11 – The Day That Changed My Life.

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