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Senate's lone Black Republican says Trump video "most racist thing I've seen out of this White House"

The post was eventually taken down after about 12 hours.

Axios

Melania: how the role of US first lady has changed over the years

The first lady of the US, a title typically held by the wife of the president, has never been a fixed cultural figure. Instead, she has functioned as a screen on to which the nation projects its ideals, anxieties and evolving ideas about womanhood and power.

The Conversation

White House blames staffer for Trump’s Obama ‘apes’ post and removes video Republican labeled ‘racist’

The White House dismissed the clip as harmless, though it was later deleted

The Independent UK

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Benghazi attack suspect arrested 14 years after ambush on US compound killed four Americans

Twenty militants armed with AK-47s and grenade launchers stormed the consulate compound on Sept. 12, 2012

The Independent UK

Trump removes video depicting Obamas as monkeys after clip sparks outrage

A post featured the video alongside the US president’s false claims that the 2020 election was stolen

Evening Standard

Trump refuses to apologize for video with racist imagery of Obamas posted on his social media

Only a smattering of Republicans spoke out about clip in which Obamas’ faces were superimposed on bodies of apes

The Guardian - US

Donald Trump's racist attack on Obamas: Why monkey portrayals of Black folks are considered deeply offensive

Donald Trump shared a video on Truth Social depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys, sparking condemnation from Democrats. The offensive imagery draws on a history of dehumanization used to justify racism and violence. Prominent Democrats, including Gavin Newsom's office and Ben Rhodes, denounced the post, highlighting its racist undertones.

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Trump called ‘disgusting’ after sharing video depicting Obamas as apes

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The Independent UK

‘It can’t get lower’: Trump posts racist video showing Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys

The 'leader of the free world', ladies and gentlemen.

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Trump shocks with ‘disgusting’ Truth post depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes

White House Press Secretary dismissed the ‘fake outrage’ over the ‘racist’ post

The Independent UK

Trump says he approved sharing video with racist images of Obamas but claims he didn’t see part ‘that people don’t like’ - as it happened

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The Guardian - US

Donald Trump posts AI video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys; Democrats condemn post as racist

US President Donald Trump ignited controversy by sharing a video on Truth Social featuring false election claims and depicting the Obamas with offensive imagery. Democrats swiftly condemned the post, with California Governor Newsom's office calling it "disgusting." This incident follows a pattern of Trump using fabricated visuals to attack critics…

The Times of India

Michelle Obama’s documentary surges on Netflix after Melania releases in theaters

Former first lady’s 2020 Netflix film saw a 13,000 percent increase in viewership over the weekend

The Independent UK

Michelle Obama documentary rises 13,000% in views as Melania film opens

Becoming garners 47.5m minutes viewed on same weekend as current first lady’s documentary released in cinemas

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‘Here we go again’: $75m Melania film embodies venal spirit of Trump 2.0

First lady’s big-screen documentary premieres with criticisms over $28m payday and questions over relevancy

The Times of India

Anti-ICE protest in Minneapolis: Biden praises Minnesotans; Melania Trump calls for unity after Alex Pretti shooting

Following two fatal ICE-linked shootings in Minneapolis, former President Joe Biden condemned the violence as a betrayal of American values, praising Minnesotans for speaking out. In contrast, First Lady Melania Trump urged for unity and peaceful protest, emphasizing the administration's efforts to de-escalate the situation.

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Obamas call Alex Pretti’s killing a ‘tragedy’ as pressure mounts for full investigation

Barack and Michelle Obama say killing should be ‘wake-up call’ and accuse federal agents of not operating in lawful way. Plus, meet the OB-GYNs fighting Trump’s ‘guerrilla war on science’

International Business Times UK

Barack Obama Slams Donald Trump, Officials Label Slain ICU Nurse 'Assassin' as Family Blasts 'Lies'

Former President Obama condemns Trump's fatal ICE shooting of Minneapolis nurse as video contradicts official claims. Family accuses officials of 'sickening lies'.

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The Independent UK

Minnesota ICE live updates: Stephen Miller admits agents involved in fatal shooting of Alex Pretti may not have followed ‘protocol’

Two federal agents had reportedly fired shots during the confrontation that led to Pretti’s death

The Times of India

‘Wake-up call for America’: Obamas condemn killing of Alex Pretti, accuse Trump of assault on US values

Barack and Michelle Obama on Sunday issued a statement condemning the killing of a second US citizen in Minneapolis by federal agents, saying it exemplified President Donald Trump's "assault" on American values.

Marie Claire

Chanel's First Spring 2026 It Bag Deserves Dua Lipa's Approval

Once a Chanel girl, always a Chanel girl.

Fortune

Michelle Obama says friendships are ‘as important as the degree that you got in college,’ your job title, and your salary

The former first lady says it’s important to make new friends, but advises people to be picky about who they let stick around. Longtime duos, like Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King, prove that friendship is a powerful career tool.

BANG Premier

Craig Robinson says an ex-girlfriend thought he was Michelle Obama’s brother of the same name

Actor Craig Robinson shared how a media photo mix-up led an ex-girlfriend to think he was secretly married like Michelle Obama’s brother of the same name.

Fortune

Michelle Obama clarifies her famous ‘Go high’ motto: It’s not about anger or pain, but more about putting a safety lock on a gun

Having a platform is “like a gun,” Obama said. “Learn how to use it, put the safety lock on.”

International Business Times UK

Will 'Old' Barack Obama Seek A Third-Term In 2028? Michelle Vows To Block Husband From Challenging Trump

Michelle Obama vows to 'actively work against' a third-term presidential run for her husband if Trump changes the 22nd Amendment, sparking debate over term limits.

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