In contrast, former Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton are set to attend, accompanied by their wives, Laura Bush and Hillary Clinton, at the swearing-in ceremony on January 20.
A statement from the Office of Barack and Michelle Obama confirmed that while Barack Obama will participate in the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies, Michelle will not be present, though no reason was provided for her absence.
Also , she missed former President Jimmy Carter's state funeral last week, where all other living former presidents and their spouses were in attendance.