Michelle Obama

Trump won't apologize for video of Obamas as apes: What he said

February 7, 2026 9:22am CST

President Donald Trump says he won’t apologize and "didn’t make a mistake" when his Truth Social account shared a video featuring the Obamas as primates in a jungle.

Michelle Obama slams divorce rumors during podcast interview

April 10, 2025 8:47am CDT

Michelle Obama appeared to shrug off any divorce speculation during a recent podcast interview where she alluded to skipping high-profile events. Here's what she said.

Why isn't Michelle Obama at the inauguration?

January 20, 2025 10:55am CST

Former first lady Michelle Obama will skip the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump on January 20.

Michelle Obama takes swing at Trump's 'Black jobs' quip

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Michelle Obama takes swing at Trump's 'Black jobs' quip

August 20, 2024 10:04pm CDT

Referencing a remark made by Donald Trump at the last debate, Michelle Obama brought the house down in Chicago at the Democratic National Convention saying the presidency might be "one of those Black jobs".

Michelle Obama's office addresses 2024 presidential rumors

March 5, 2024 8:30am CST

Michelle Obama’s office has addressed rumors in recent months suggesting a possible candidacy by the former first lady.

Michelle Obama for president in 2024?

March 7, 2023 9:09am CST

Although Michelle Obama has denied any interest in seeking office, former White House and Pentagon official Douglas MacKinnon said she has the "it" factor that could maybe beat Trump in 2024.

Michelle Obama teams with Audible for new podcast

February 5, 2023 3:34pm CST

Michelle Obama’s recent celebrity-filled book tour is becoming a podcast.

Michelle Obama considering retirement from public life

March 11, 2021 6:35am CST

Michelle Obama is knitting and thinking about retiring from public life.

Michelle Obama launches Netflix children’s show ‘Waffles + Mochi’ to encourage healthy eating

February 9, 2021 10:57am CST

The latest from former first lady Michelle Obama - a new Netflix children’s show that explores foods from all over the world with these puppet best friends, "Waffles and Mochi."

Michelle Obama teams with LeBron James to help boost early voting

October 13, 2020 8:57am CDT

A voter initiative led by Michelle Obama is partnering with a similar group founded by NBA star LeBron James and other prominent Black athletes and entertainers to generate excitement about voting early for the Nov. 3 election.