Former first lady Michelle Obama did not attend the state funeral Thursday for former President Jimmy Carter. All living former presidents and their spouses were present at the funeral, except for Michelle Obama. Barack Obama, along with other former presidents, sat in the front pews of Washington National Cathedral behind President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris and their spouses.
Michelle Obama's office confirmed her absence from the funeral but did not provide details on her whereabouts or reasons for not attending. A spokesperson stated that Michelle Obama sent her thoughts and prayers to the Carter family and all who admired the former President.
