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Former first lady Michelle Obama won’t attend President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, though former President Barack Obama will be there, the Obama’s office said in a statement. No reason was given.

Melania Trump has criticised Barack and Michelle Obama for making her and Donald‘s first move into the White House “challenging”.

While all of the living former presidents will attend Monday’s inauguration, they have declined Donald Trump’s invite to the celebratory luncheon afterward. Former Presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, nor George W. Bush will be there — and that might be making the biggest statement of all.

Melania Trump’s inauguration day outfit has a familiar look to it. Many online have called out the soon-to-be first lady, who wore a navy dress and a flat-brimmed navy hat with an ivory stripe—as appearing like Michael Jackson in his “smooth criminal” era.

Melania Trump attended Donald Trump's second presidential inauguration in 2025, wearing a navy blue and ivory outfit that sparked online attention due to its resemblance to Carmen Sandiego. Social media reactions varied,

Melania Trump, the First Lady of the US, has been “preparing intensively” as she is set to make a comeback to the White House.