Michelle went on to describe how her mother inspired her to look past monetary value in life.
“She and my father did not aspire to be wealthy.”
Michelle said (viaPBS NewsHour).
“In fact, they were suspicious of folks who took more than they needed.
This claim sparked controversy, especially in online spaces such asX, formerly known as Twitter.
Many were quick to criticize the Obama family’s wealth and growing portfolio.
The Obamas' first home
So just how many homes do the Obamas have to their name?
As of this writing, they have three confirmed, with another speculated.
Some of their purchases follow Obama’s career in politics rather heavily, including their 2017 purchase in Kalorama.
Clearly, the two weren’t keen on leaving politics too far behind them even after Barack left office.
Bought through a trust nominee, the house was sold for $11.75 million at the time of purchase.
