Michelle Obama Breaks Silence on Divorce Rumors, Sets Record Straight

Michelle Obama has spoken out after months of speculation about her marriage to former President Barack Obama. The rumors began when Barack attended former President Jimmy Carter’s funeral alone and grew when Michelle confirmed she wouldn’t attend President Donald Trump’s second inauguration, sparking rampant talk of marital issues.

On Sophia Bush’s Work in Progress podcast, Michelle clarified her choices weren’t linked to marital problems. She explained, “When I say ‘no,’ most people get it. But others can’t imagine that I might just be making choices for myself. Instead, they assume something must be wrong — like my husband and I are splitting up.” Michelle highlighted the unique pressures women face to conform to expectations, often leading society to assume the worst when women prioritize themselves.

Barack Obama recently acknowledged the strains his presidency placed on their relationship during a talk at Hamilton College, admitting, “I was in a deep deficit with my wife. I’ve been trying to dig myself out by doing some fun things now and then.”

Michelle has openly discussed the challenges of long-term marriage. In a 2023 interview with Revolt TV, she shared, “There were 10 years where I just couldn’t stand him. But I’d still take 10 hard years over giving up 30 good ones. It’s all about how you see the bigger picture.” She noted much tension stemmed from an uneven division of responsibilities—Michelle managing their daughters and Barack focused on his career—resulting in built-up resentment.

Despite rumors, close sources confirm their bond remains strong. An insider told PageSix, “Michelle simply wasn’t interested in attending the D.C. events. It’s not a marriage issue. They’re real about the fact that no marriage is perfect, and they’ve never tried to portray theirs as a fairy tale.”

Married for over 30 years, the Obamas have been candid about their relationship’s highs and lows, offering a refreshing contrast to idealized public portrayals of marriage.

Michelle’s recent remarks highlight that prioritizing self-care and setting boundaries reflect strength and wisdom, not trouble.

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Source: Teknolojibura.com