Michelle Obama's Brother Expresses Initial Doubts About Barack Relationship

Michelle Obama's brother, Craig Robinson, recently shared on their IMO podcast that he was initially skeptical about Michelle's relationship with Barack Obama, joking that he thought it would only last a month like her previous relationships. He recalled that their mother was impressed by Barack's height when first meeting him, but Craig remained unconvinced until he played basketball with Barack and saw his character as a team player, which ultimately won his approval. Michelle pushed back against her brother's claims, insisting she had long-term relationships before Barack. The discussion comes amid ongoing rumors about Michelle and Barack's marriage, which Michelle has addressed by explaining that her recent absences from public events were personal choices, not signs of marital trouble. She emphasized that women are often judged for making decisions for themselves, and the public's inability to accept her stepping back has fueled unfounded divorce speculation. Despite early doubts, Michelle and Barack have been married since 1992 and share two daughters.