Megyn Kelly claims Michelle Obama hates Barack based on presidential portrait positioning
"She can't stand him. Oh, she fucking hates him. We know these are lies. It reminds me of Barack's very famous foreign policy strategy, which was lead from behind. And that's apparently how it goes in the marriage."
About this episode
Megyn Kelly delivers pointed commentary on Barack and Michelle Obama during coverage of their presidential library opening in Chicago. Kelly challenges Michelle Obama's characterization of her marriage as an equal partnership, arguing the former First Lady's body language and fashion choices at the library dedication reveal underlying marital tensions. Kelly focuses on the official presidential portrait positioning Michelle in the foreground with Barack behind her, Michelle's custom skirt featuring her late mother's face, and what Kelly describes as closed-off body language between the couple. The commentary disputes Michelle Obama's claim that Barack is uncomfortable with attention, contrasting it with his 2008 Democratic National Convention acceptance speech staged with Greek columns at Denver's Invesco Field. Kelly describes the Obama Presidential Library building itself as ugly and windowless, calling it a blight on Chicago despite the city being Obama's political home. The segment includes analysis of Michelle Obama's references to 'our administration' and characterizations of Barack as leading from behind, which Kelly frames as evidence of power dynamics in their relationship. Kelly's co-host agrees with assessments about Barack Obama's enjoyment of media attention during his presidency, noting he conducted more interviews in his first year than typical presidents. The episode represents Kelly's signature confrontational media analysis style, directly challenging the Obamas' public narrative about their relationship and legacy.
Key takeaways
- Megyn Kelly claims Michelle Obama's body language and fashion choices at the presidential library opening reveal she hates Barack Obama despite public statements about their partnership.
- The official Obama presidential portrait positions Michelle in the foreground with Barack behind her, which Michelle Obama attributed to having a secure husband unafraid of a strong partner.
- Michelle Obama wore a custom skirt featuring her deceased mother's face to the library dedication event, which Kelly criticizes as inappropriate attention-seeking behavior.
- Kelly disputes Barack Obama's claimed humility about the library by referencing his 2008 convention speech staged with Greek columns in Denver where he was treated like a king.
- The Obama Presidential Library building in Chicago is described as ugly, windowless, and an eyesore despite being in Obama's political hometown.
- Kelly argues Barack Obama loved media attention during his presidency, conducting more first-year interviews than typical presidents and constantly appearing on camera.
- Michelle Obama's references to 'our administration' are challenged since she was First Lady not president, according to Kelly's commentary.