Former President Barack Obama opened up this week about challenges in his marriage to Michelle Obama, admitting that he’s had to work to repair the relationship over the years.
The revelations come amid months of speculation that the couple’s marriage was in trouble, with some rumors even suggesting a potential divorce.
Speaking at a public engagement in London, Obama acknowledged, “I was digging myself out of the hole I found myself with Michelle.”
He explained that the demanding responsibilities of the presidency, particularly during his second term, left him with limited time for family and for nurturing his marriage.
“Now I’m at about level ground,” he added, indicating that recent years have been focused on mending fences and rebuilding their bond.
Obama’s remarks appear to be a candid acknowledgment that, like many couples, he and his wife have faced significant strain over time, per Reality Tea.
The former president emphasized that the pressures of political life, combined with his rigorous schedule, contributed to difficulties at home, forcing him to confront shortcomings in his role as a husband.
Michelle Obama addressed the speculation as well, dispelling rumors of a split.
“There hasn’t been one moment in our marriage where I thought