Barack Obama makes surprise statement, says wife Michelle urged daughters 'not to pursue a career in politics'

US President Barack Obama and wife Michelle Obama have always been very discreet when it comes to their children, Malia and Sasha Obama. Both, have however, not followed the generic political track yet, and even though it is too early to say whether they would give themselves a shot at politics, the question always keeps popping in the minds of the Obama fans.

Michelle asks daughters not to pursue a career in politics, says former President

Thus, President Obama was finally asked the question during a fundraiser arranged recently in support of current US President Joe Biden's Presidential campaign, to which he gave a rather surprising answer. When asked if his daughters would follow his footsteps and join politics in the near future, he calmly said that he doesn't need to respond to that directly as his wife, Michelle, had already, addressed this issue and urged their daughters to not carve their career around politics, according to an ABC report.

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Although, it is too early to say, the Obama daughters are carving their own career paths. Malia, who is the elder of the two, is currently working towards a screenwriting and film-directing career. while Sasha graduated from the University of Southern California in May 2023. Both the are incredibly supported by their parents, Barack and Michelle, who often take to social media to appreciate their milestones.


According to reports, in order to celebrate Sasha's graduation milestone, her proud mom posted a special birthday tribute on Instagram.

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Meanwhile, the US Presidential campaign is in full swing with the recently held star-studded fundraiser in support of Joe Biden raking in almost $30 million, according to NBC. Alongside President Barack Obama, George Clooney, Julia Roberts, and comedian Jimmy Kimmel were also seen at the event.

FAQs:

1. What are the names of Barack Obama's daughters?
Former US President Barack Obama, and wife Michelle Obama, have two daughters, Sasha and Malia Obama, both of whom are pursuing different career routes than their politician father.

2. Did Barack Obama attend Joe Biden's fundraiser?
Joe Biden's team recently organized a star-studded fundraiser, that saw the presence of former US President Barack Obama, along with the likes of George Clooney, Julia Roberts, and comedian Jimmy Kimmel.