Former first lady Michelle Obama will not attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, marking the second time in two weeks she has declined an event with former U.S. leaders and their spouses. Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, and George W. Bush will be present, along with their wives Laura Bush and Hillary Clinton. No reason was given for Michelle Obama's absence.
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Former first lady Michelle Obama will skip of President-elect Donald Trump , the second time in two weeks that she is not attending a gathering of former U.S. leaders and their spouses, but former Presidents Barack Obama , Bill Clinton and George W. Bush will be there.
“Former President Barack Obama is confirmed to attend the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies. Former first lady Michelle Obama will not attend the upcoming inauguration,” said a statement from the Office of Barack and Michelle Obama that was shared with The Associated Press.
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