Former US President Barack Obama has clearly refused to return to active politics. He jokingly said that if he contests the presidential elections again, it will break his marriage.
Speaking on a podcast in the US, Obama said he no longer sees himself as a politician. He told that technically the US Constitution may allow for some posts, but now he himself does not want to contest elections.
He jokingly said, ‘I trust the Constitution as well as my marriage.’ Obama said that his priorities have changed after leaving the White House. Now he and Michelle Obama want to focus on inspiring and mentoring youth.
Statement also given on AI-generated video
Barack Obama also responded Saturday to a controversial AI-generated video that depicted him and former First Lady Michelle Obama as monkeys. He called the current political climate a “clown show” and warned that the basic understanding of etiquette and proper behavior in the office appears to be eroding.
The video, which was later deleted by the White House, was shared on President Donald Trump’s Truth social account and was strongly criticized for its racist tone.
“I didn’t watch the whole thing. I watched the first part, and it was actually about voter fraud in the machines, how twisted it is, how disgusting it is. Then I gave it to people. Normally, they watch the whole thing, but I think nobody did,” Trump told reporters.
When asked if he took offense to the video, Trump said, “Of course I do.” However, he denied that he made any mistakes, saying, “I made no mistakes.”