On Thursday, all living former first ladies except Michelle Obama attended former President Jimmy Carter's funeral.
Former first lady Michelle Obama reportedly did not attend. had “It's a scheduling conflict,” journalist Jeff Zeleny told CNN.
“She is still in Hawaii,” Zeleny said, emphasizing that there is no vacant seat next to her husband.
“Mrs. Obama sends his thoughts and prayers to the Carter family and all those who loved and learned from this remarkable former president,” her press secretary said. said reporters.
WATCH — Donald Trump and Barack Obama spotted chatting at Jimmy Carter's funeral:
Because Michelle Obama was absent, former President Barack Obama sat between President-elect Trump and former first lady Laura Bush.
The former president and first lady were seated in the second row of the Washington National Cathedral.
Video footage showed Barack Obama and Trump smiling and laughing before the funeral began, footage that probably wouldn't have been possible had Michelle Obama been in attendance.
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