Today, the living American presidents will gather once again, just 11 days after coming together to honor Jimmy Carter, to witness a historic event: the inauguration of a former president. This is a momentous occasion as none of the current living presidents have ever witnessed such an event in their lifetimes.
The attendees will include the Clintons, the Bushes, the Bidens, and only one Obama, Barack. Former First Lady Michelle Obama has chosen not to attend the ceremony, marking the second formal occasion, following the Carter funeral, where her absence will be notable. While aides to the Obamas have not provided further details on her decision, they have stated that it was a personal choice of the former first lady's. Michelle Obama's strong disapproval of Donald Trump is well-documented, as she openly criticized him during the campaign last fall.
During a campaign stop in Michigan, Mrs. Obama expressed her concerns, stating, 'Lord knows we need a grown-up in the White House.' This sentiment reflects her stance on the current political climate.
As we reflect on the past eight years since Trump's first inaugural, where the Trumps bid farewell to the Obamas, we are now witnessing a different transition of power. Today, the Trumps will say goodbye to the Bidens as the 45th president hands over the reins to the 47th president.
