"Former First Lady Michelle Obama is not in attendance at President Carter’s National Funeral Service,” Michelle's rep Crystal Carson added to People. “Mrs. Obama sends her thoughts and prayers to the Carter family, and everyone who loved and learned from the remarkable former president."

But noticeably absent was former first lady Michelle Obama, whose office did not provide details on why she skipped the proceedings. Start the day smarter. Get all the news you ne

A spokesperson for the Obamas confirmed to PEOPLE that while Michelle plans to skip Trump's swearing-in on Monday, Jan. 20, former President Barack Obama will be in attendance

Lawmakers plan to skip the festivities surrounding the incoming Republican president for various reasons, as Democrats lick their wounds after election season.

Donald Trump gave Michelle Obama a kiss on the cheek at his inauguration in 2017- and from the look on her face it didn't seem like she was expecting the close contact with Donald.

I think when they go low, you have to meet that energy and perhaps go even lower,” chimed in Sunny Hostin, while another cohost said Obama “has learned to put herself first and her mental health first.

Obamas released the following statement to the Associated Press: “Former president Barack Obama is confirmed to attend the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies. Former First Lady Michelle Obama will not attend the upcoming inauguration.

Former first lady Michelle Obama has been the subject of much speculation recently after she missed Jimmy Carter's funeral and is reportedly set to skip Donald Trump's inauguration