Category: Michelle Obama

King trolls Trump’s wiretapping tweets

After the US president accused his predecessor of wiretapping, author Stephen King mocked Donald Trump with a list of possible Obama conspiracy theories. The horror-novelist imagined another set of terrifying possibilities that the former president was behind after Trump claimed in a series of tweets that his New York building was tapped before the election.

Penguin Random House to publish two books by the Obamas

PanARMENIAN.Net – Penguin Random House has landed a deal to publish two forthcoming books by former U.S. President Barack Obama and the former first lady, Michelle Obama, with one volume to be written by each, the publishing company said on Tuesday, February 28, according to Reuters. Terms of the agreement, in which Penguin Random House acquired worldwide publication rights for the two books, were not disclosed.

Barack Obama, Michelle Obama sign bumper book deal18 min ago

New York, Mar 1 : Barack and Michelle Obama have signed a deal to publish their memoirs with New York-based Penguin Random House, in a coveted contract reportedly worth tens of millions of dollars. America’s first African American president is already the author of two memoirs and a children’s book.

Obamas’ book deal bidding war hits $60M

The bidding war over a book deal with Barack and Michelle Obama has skyrocketed to more than $60 million – more than any presidential memoir in history. Penguin Random House has so far made the highest bid for global rights to the deal in which the former president and first lady are writing separate books but selling them together, the Financial Times reported Tuesday .

Black marchers, white re-enactors find common foe in Selma

In this March 6, 2016, file photo, thousands of marchers cross the bridge on the the 51st anniversary of the voting rights demonstration that came to be known as “Bloody Sunday,” during the re-enactment of the march across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Ala. Organizers the annual civil rights celebration and organizers of a Civil War battle re-enactment are upset the city is asking them to pay tens of thousands of dollars to cover the costs of police and fire protection and cleanup.

African Americans to Democratic Party: We’re still here

In this Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2013 file photo, from left, President Barack Obama, former President Jimmy Carter, first lady Michelle Obama, and former President Bill Clinton wave after a ceremony commemorating the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington. As an African-American Democrat, I share the core values of my political party.

Morehouse Flips Presidents’ Day To ‘Obama Day’

Another opportunity to shed light and love on former President Barack Obama happened Monday when Morehouse College helped led a celebratory movement with the replacement of President’s Day for “Obama Day.” Presented by NewsOne, conversations on Obama’s legacy, as well as the influence of former first lady Michelle Obama, were highlighted at the historic institution by author and academic Michael Eric Dyson, activist Michaela Angela Davis, New York Magazine’s Rembert Browne, Jamilah Lemieux of Interactive One and more.

Melania Trump Says She Won’t Turn Michelle Obama’s…

Since November, there’s been a lot of talk about what terrible fate will likely befall the White House vegetable garden. It was the centerpiece of Michelle Obama’s campaign to improve America’s awful eating habits , so the assumption was that it didn’t stand a chance , even after Michelle reinforced the 1,700-square-foot area with “cement, stone, and steel” before the Obamas left.

Obamas gear up for speaking gigs and book deals

Former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama announced Friday they have picked the prestigious agency that represents Bill Clinton, Mia Farrow and others to handle their post-White House speaking gigs. The Harry Walker Agency will represent both Obamas for speaking appearances, said Kevin Lewis, a spokesman for the former president.

Office of Obama offers internships

A screenshot of an email GW student Rhett Nuenighoff received on Monday, Feb. 6 advertising an internship for the Obamas. A screenshot of an email GW student Rhett Nuenighoff received on Monday, Feb. 6 advertising an internship for the Obamas.

Historic Lancaster bomber to be painstakingly restored

Next stop, Necker Island: Barack and Michelle Obama are all smiles as they arrive in the British Virgin Islands on Richard Branson’s private jet and head straight for his lavish private island retreat Minnesota governor Mark Dayton, 69, COLLAPSES during his State of the State speech as shocked fellow lawmakers rush to his aid Why stress can make you younger and the simple exercises that will turn back the clock: How to slow down ageing Kellyanne Conway ‘punched a tuxedo-clad man repeatedly in the face as she broke up a fight at inauguration ball’ Revealed: Obama defied Congress to hand $220 MILLION to Palestinians in dying hours of his time in office – and gave millions for climate change too Your essential Good Health SURVIVAL GUIDE: Can roast potatoes and burnt toast really give you cancer? Experts reveal over-cooked starchy foods is worse for you than you think Her cynical … (more)

First family settles into White House life

The first family is also adjusting to life in their new roles as first lady, first sons, first daughters and first grandchildren. Following the inaugural ball festivities Friday night, Tiffany and boyfriend Ross Mechanic; Donald Jr., wife Vanessa and daughter Kai; and Eric and wife Lara split off from the presidential motorcade and headed to the Trump International Hotel DC, where they were spotted celebrating the day with a midnight balloon drop with friends and family.

Trump speech shows America getting what it ordered

The new president delivered an inaugural address Friday that was straight from his campaign script – to the delight or dismay of different subsets of Americans. Trump gave nods to unity and began with kind words for Barack and Michelle Obama, but pivoted immediately to a searing indictment of the status quo and the Obama years.

Melania Trump wears sky-blue cashmere Ralph Lauren ensemble

Incoming first lady Melania Trump wore a sky-blue cashmere jacket and mock turtleneck dress by Ralph Lauren, the brand that designed so many Hillary Clinton pantsuits, on Inauguration Day. “It was important to us to uphold and celebrate the tradition of creating iconic American style for this moment,” Lauren’s company said in a statement.

Photo gallery: First lady Melania Trump’s personal style

President-elect Donald Trump waves from the podium as Melania Trump looks on during the 58th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Friday, Jan. 20, 2017. President-elect Donald Trump waves from the podium as Melania Trump looks on during the 58th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Friday, Jan. 20, 2017.

Obamas outline future plans in YouTube video

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama are asking the public to help them develop projects for his new presidential centre on Chicago’s South Side. The Obamas are starting up a foundation website — Obama.org — in the hours before Donald Trump is inaugurated the 45th president.

Barack & Michelle Obama Give America One Final Goodbye – …

Barack Obama and Michelle Obama just left the White House for the last time as POTUS and FLOTUS , but before they packed their bags, they sent out one last farewell thanking the American people for giving them “the incredible privilege of serving this country that we love.” Our First Couple of the past 8 years went on to urge everyone to get involved in their upcoming project, the creation of their Presidential Center in Chicago: It’s been the honor of my life to serve you.

President Obama and first lady Michelle Obama welcome

Donald Trump takes the oath of office as the 45th president of the United States The New York real estate mogul harnessed a powerful populist message for a deeply divided country. Check out this story on waukeshanow.com: http://usat.ly/2k7KoZY President Barack Obama and President-elect Donald Trump get in a limo for the ride from the White House to the Capitol.

Timeline of inauguration events Friday

President-elect Donald Trump waits to stop out onto the portico for his Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Friday, Jan. 20, 2017. President-elect Donald Trump waits to stop out onto the portico for his Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Friday, Jan. 20, 2017.

President Trump’s Inauguration Day

TIME selects the best photos from Barack Obama’s last moments in the White House and Donald Trump’s first hours as 45th president TIME’s photo editors select the best photographs of President Barack Obama’s last moments in the White House and Donald J. Trump’s first hours as the 45th President.” It all begins today!” Trump tweeted.

Melania Trump channels Jackie Kennedy with Inauguration Day dress

President-elect Donald Trump, wife Melania Trump and family attend an inauguration day church service on Friday at St. John’s Episcopal Church near the White House. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama greet President-elect Donald Trump and his wife Melania at the White House in Washington, Friday, Jan. 20, 2017.

Inauguration Day: Trump to become America’s 45th president

Donald Trump, a real estate mogul and reality television star who upended American politics and energized voters angry with Washington, will be sworn in Friday as the 45th president of the United States, putting Republicans in control of the White House for the first time in eight years. Ebullient Trump supporters flocked to the nation’s capital for the inaugural festivities, some wearing red hats emblazoned with his “Make America Great Again” campaign slogan.

A Look at Where Donald Trump Will Spend Inauguration Eve

But on the last night before Trump will call 1600 Pennsylvania Ave home, he is expected to spend his final night as president-elect at a lesser-known address just across street at 1651 Pennsylvania Avenue. “It’s a very small part of the day but a very important part of day,” said White House Historical Association curator John Botello, who explained how the house plays a role in kicking off a “new era” in presidential history.

All change for the Trump White House

From the role of the First Lady to presidential getaways, Donald Trump’s White House is going to look very different from that of his predecessors, even without a bling ballroom makeover. Franklin Roosevelt had his “fireside chats” broadcast over the wireless, John F Kennedy deployed his dashing good looks to black and white television and the grand orator Barack Obama saw few problems that could not be solved by a hefty speech.

The Latest: Obama lashes out at Congress over Guantanamo

Demonstrators gather near the White House in Washington, Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017, to thank outgoing President Barack Obama as preparations continue for Friday’s presidential inauguration. Demonstrators gather near the White House in Washington, Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017, to thank outgoing President Barack Obama as preparations continue for Friday’s presidential inauguration.

POLL: Trump’s Inauguration: Celebration for Some, Stress for Others

Not only did his If I’m Honest project win the People’s Choice Award for Favorite Album, he’s the first country artist ever to… NBA Wednesday’s Games Charlotte 107, Portland 85 Philadelphia 94, Toronto 89 Washington 104, Memphis 101 New York 117, Boston 106 Detroit 118, Atlanta 95 Houston 111, M… – A day of celebration for Donald Trump’s supporters has another impact on his critics: for them, the inauguration brings stress. Stress soars, unsurprisingly, among Americans who preferred Hillary Clinton for the presidency: 65 percent of them in this ABC News/ Washington Post poll say Trump’s election has increased their stress above its usual level.

Dear Mr. President: Students Write Letters to President-Elect Donald Trump

Not only did his If I’m Honest project win the People’s Choice Award for Favorite Album, he’s the first country artist ever to… NBA Wednesday’s Games Charlotte 107, Portland 85 Philadelphia 94, Toronto 89 Washington 104, Memphis 101 New York 117, Boston 106 Detroit 118, Atlanta 95 Houston 111, M… – The divisive campaign season and the subsequent election of Donald Trump left many in the country very emotional and searching for ways to express their feelings. Suki Highers, a sociology teacher at Fayetteville High School in Fayetteville, Arkansas, found that her students were in a similar state of mind.

Bush senior in intensive care, wife Barbara also hospitalized

Former president George H.W. Bush was admitted to an intensive care unit Wednesday suffering from pneumonia, highlighting concerns about the health of a political dynasty’s patriarch just as a new US leader prepares to enter office. Bush, 92, was initially hospitalized Saturday for shortness of breath, but was moved to intensive care “to address an acute respiratory problem stemming from pneumonia,” Bush’s office said in a statement.

The Latest: White House acknowledges Obama can’t close Gitmo

White House press secretary Josh Earnest listens as President Barack Obama speaks at his final daily press briefing, Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017, in the briefing room of the White House in Washington. White House press secretary Josh Earnest listens as President Barack Obama speaks at his final daily press briefing, Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017, in the briefing room of the White House in Washington.

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A story widely shared online that claims President Barack Obama’s mother-in-law will receive a lifetime government pension is false. The post published by The Boston Tribune, a satire website that mimics an actual news publication, is headlined “First Grandma Marian Robinson to Receive Lifetime $160K Government Pension.”