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Michelle Obama to Skip Donald Trump’s Upcoming Inauguration. Former first lady Michelle Obama will not attend President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, according to a statement from Barack Obama’s office. Former President Barack Obama will attend the ceremony, though no reason has been provided for Mrs. Obama's absence. Michelle Obama also skipped the state funeral of former President Jimmy Carter last week, further fueling speculation about her decision. Other notable attendees at the inauguration include Bill and Hillary Clinton, as well as George W. and Laura Bush. During last week’s funeral, Barack Obama and Donald Trump were seen conversing, despite their well-known political differences. Michelle Obama has been a vocal critic of Donald Trump, actively campaigning against him during his 2016, 2020, and 2024 presidential bids. In a passionate speech during the 2024 campaign, she urged voters to back Kamala Harris, warning that women’s rights could be jeopardized by Trump’s return to power. Michelle Obama’s 2018 memoir criticized Trump for perpetuating conspiracy theories about Barack Obama’s citizenship during his first presidential campaign. In contrast to her absence, Michelle Obama attended Trump’s 2017 inauguration alongside three former presidents and their wives. The absence of the former first lady at such key events underscores the continued political divide surrounding Trump’s presidency.
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