Former United States President Barack Obama has openly criticized the leadership style of President Donald Trump, describing it as lawless and reckless.
Obama made the remarks on Saturday while campaigning for Democratic candidates in the upcoming gubernatorial elections in Virginia and New Jersey. Speaking to a large crowd at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, the former president urged Americans to vote for Democrat Abigail Spanberger, saying the election presented a chance to restore civility and order in American politics.
He accused Trump’s administration of running the country in a disorderly manner, adding that the White House had become a source of confusion and chaos. Obama also condemned the government’s economic and security policies, which he said lacked direction and consistency.
The former president faulted Trump’s decision to impose trade tariffs and the deployment of National Guard troops to U.S. cities, calling the moves poorly thought out. He also criticized Republican lawmakers and business leaders for refusing to stand up to Trump, despite knowing that his actions often crossed ethical and legal boundaries.
Obama’s comments come as political tensions continue to rise in the United States ahead of key state elections, with Democrats pushing to regain influence in regions where Republicans currently hold power.
The event in Virginia drew large crowds as Obama called on voters to support leaders who, according to him, could bring decency, stability, and a renewed sense of direction to the country’s political landscape.