Michelle Obama Faces Criticism for Missing Jimmy Carter’s Funeral
Michelle Obama faced criticism for missing Jimmy Carter’s funeral on Thursday, January 9.
Reportedly, the former first lady, aged 60, had a scheduling conflict that led her to skip the memorial of the ex-president despite her husband Barack Obama’s presence.
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An insider close to Michelle revealed to Politico that she chose to stay in Hawaii instead of attending the service at the Washington National Cathedral in D.C.
The mother-of-two, who served as the first lady from 2009-2017, was expected to sit next to President-elect Donald Trump.
Michelle’s representative, Crystal Carson, stated, “Mrs. Obama extends her thoughts and prayers to the Carter family and everyone who admired the remarkable former President,” addressing her absence.
Following the news of Michelle’s nonattendance, X users criticized her decision.
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While many criticized the author’s character, some supported her choice to remain in Hawaii.
One individual expressed, “Another instance of Michelle demonstrating her intelligence in American politics. She anticipated her seating assignment and decided — Jimmy Carter, of all people, would understand my absence.”
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