It turns out theres a pretty simple reasonMichelle Obamadoesnt plan to attend Donald Trumps inauguration.
She doesnt have to and she doesnt want to.
Former President Barack Obama is confirmed to attend the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies.
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Former first lady Michelle Obama will not attend the upcoming inauguration, the couples joint statement read simply.
This also comes after Michelle was notably absent from President Jimmy Carters funeral on January 9.
Theres no overstating her feelings about [Trump].
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Shes not one to plaster on a pleasant face and pretend for protocols sake, the insider said.
Michelle doesnt do anything because its expected or its protocol or it’s tradition.
It hardly needs restating that Trump and Michelle Obama have a contentious history.
