Speculation surrounding the state of Barack and Michelle Obama’s marriage is intensifying,with new reports suggesting that the former president and first lady are quietly working to divide their estimated $70 million fortune.
According to RadarOnline, the couple has already brought in legal teams and mediators to handle their financial matters before making any official announcement.
If true, this would be a groundbreaking development—no former president and first lady have ever divorced after leaving the White House.
For years, the Obamas have been viewed as the epitome of political power and partnership.
However, sources claim that their relationship has faced ongoing strain
. Insiders suggest that tensions reached a breaking point after the 2024 presidential election, when Barack Obama reportedly urged Michelle to step forward as a leading figure in the Democratic Party following Joe Biden’s exit from the race.
Michelle is said to have declined the offer, preferring instead to focus on her Hollywood projects with Higher Ground Productions. T
his decision, according to sources, caused a significant rift between the couple.