Overview

• Meghan McCain and journalist Tara Palmeri discussed Obama divorce rumors on McCain's podcast, citing 'reputable' sources and political insiders.
• Observers noted Michelle Obama skipped both Jimmy Carter's funeral and Donald Trump's inauguration, fueling speculation about marital discord.
• Social media posts by Barack Obama, including a birthday tribute to Michelle, have been analyzed by some as potentially staged or unusual.
• The couple has reportedly been living apart, with Michelle spending more time in Martha’s Vineyard and Barack in Washington, D.C.'s Kalorama neighborhood.
• Both Obamas have previously spoken about challenges in their marriage, but no official statements have addressed the current rumors.