Video of Former President Obama hitting 3-point shot in Michigan goes viral

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Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Video of Obama hitting three-point shot in Michigan goes viral
A video of Former President Obama hitting a three-point went viral Saturday.

MICHIGAN -- Former President Barack Obama has the internet talking after making a smooth shot on a basketball court Saturday.

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He hit a corner three-pointer at a gym in Michigan before taking the stage with Democratic Presidential nominee Joe Biden. Michigan was a state President Trump won last election.

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After making the shot, Obama said, "That's what I do," and walked out the gym.

The original video posted online has been viewed more than 18 million times since Saturday night.