"I will tell you, I think the Republican candidate is excellent, and I think the Democrat candidate is a disaster," Trump said while fielding questions. "I mean, I watched her in the debate, she couldn't answer the most basic question."

Trump also criticized Democratic candidates in both New Jersey and Virginia, claiming they would drive energy prices higher.

The president previously endorsed Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares on social media.

Former President Barack Obama has endorsed Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger for governor.

In a video published last week, Obama highlighted the stakes in the race while backing Spanberger.

Obama criticized Republicans over tax cuts for the wealthy and their stances on abortion in the endorsement video.

Obama also announced he would

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