When news broke that Michelle Obama would be skipping President-elect Donald Trump’s upcoming inauguration, the former first lady offered no explanation — but multiple media reports now suggest reasons why she’s reclaiming her time.
On Tuesday, a statement from the office of Michelle Obama and former President Barack Obama said that her husband “is confirmed to attend the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies,” but noted that she “will not attend the upcoming inauguration.”
When news broke that Michelle Obama would be skipping President-elect Donald Trump’s upcoming inauguration, the former first lady offered no explanation — but multiple media reports now suggest reasons why she’s reclaiming her time.
On Tuesday, a statement from the office of Michelle Obama and former President Barack Obama said that her husband “is confirmed to attend the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies,” but noted that she “will not attend the upcoming inauguration.”