Obama did not want to be there. But she went because it was expected of her, even though it meant being in the presence of the man who tried to delegitimize her husband’s historic nomination and presidency.

Shark Tank investor Kevin O'Leary, on January 15, 2025, posted a reel from his recent appearance on CNN. He appeared for a discussion involving reports that former FLOTUS Michelle Obama will skip President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony.

Melania Trump made a subtle dig toward the Obamas, claiming they “withheld” information from her husband during his first term in the White House that ultimately made the transition

Former Presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush will come together again next week for the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, but one spouse, Michelle Obama, is sitting this one out.

Former first lady Michelle Obama will not attend the inauguration ceremony of President-elect Donald Trump ... would be at risk under a second Trump presidency. No explanation was given for ...

The planned absence Monday follows another notable absence last week at the state funeral of former president Jimmy Carter.

The former first lady's choice to skip Trump's inauguration is said to be because she doesn't want to "plaster" on a smile for someone she believes is a threat to American democracy. However, Michelle's lack of explanation has sparked even more rumours she and her husband are heading towards divorce.

Mrs. Obama also declined to attend the funeral of Jimmy Carter last week, which would have put her face-to-face with Mr. Trump.

For some Black women, the high road led to the nation’s memorial to the civil rights leader.

Former and future first lady Melania Trump has criticized Barack and Michelle Obama for making her and Donald 's first move into the White House "challenging," accusing the former first couple of "withholding" information that would have smoothed the transition between administrations.

Former presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush shared a playful moment that was captured on camera at Donald Trump’s inauguration.