George W. Bush to Skip Barbara Bush Stamp Event

Former President George W. Bush is expected to skip a White House ceremony hosted by First Lady Melania Trump that will unveil a postage stamp honoring his late mother, Barbara Bush. The official reason for Bush's absence has not been disclosed, but the decision reflects persistent tensions between the Bush and Trump families, including political disagreements and public criticism. Barbara Bush, who died in 2018, was openly critical of Donald Trump, referring to him as a 'symbol of greed.' Other Bush family members, such as Dorothy Bush Koch and Alice Yates from the George and Barbara Bush Foundation, will attend the event. Despite maintaining distance from Trump and withholding political endorsement, Bush has congratulated Trump on electoral victories and attended his inaugurations. The event highlights ongoing divides within the Republican Party.