Obama criticizes Trump and Republican policy in stump speech for Abigail Spanberger

Former US president headlines event for Democratic candidate for Virginia governor, who leads in polls

Barack Obama headlined a rally Saturday in Virginia to try to secure a victory for the state's Democratic gubernatorial candidate, who leads in polls days before the election.

Obama moved between criticizing Donald Trump and Republican policy and rhetoric - with a bit of humor - while also explaining how Abigail Spanberger could help counter what Democrats see as the country's downward trajectory.