Michelle and I were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of a true giant, the Reverend Jesse Jackson. We will always be grateful for Jesse's lifetime of service, and the friendship our families share. We stood on his shoulders. We send our deepest condolences to the Jackson family and everyone in Chicago and beyond who knew and loved him.

The countdown to June is on! Something unbelievable IS happening on the South Side: we're opening the Obama Presidential Center! We’re building an amazing community and look forward to seeing @ReggieMillerTNT hit some scary 3s at our Home Court. See you in June!

My favorite teammates on and off the court. 🏀

Watching the @NBA All Star game and @TeamUSA at the Winter Olympics, it’s clear that sports — just like music and art — still has the power to bring us together, build community, and remind us of our common humanity.

Celebrated Valentine's Day with my forever dance partner. Love you, Miche!

THIS 👇 "You're not alone in being able to figure out how we push back and come up with new solutions."

Great sitting down with @BrianTylerCohen to talk about everything from the courage we saw in Minnesota, to how Democrats can be true to our values and get stuff done, to how we’re building a community of changemakers at the @ObamaFoundation. youtube.com/watch?v=uI-hgSE5…

MBK Ambassador Justin Harris is spending his winter helping bring the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics to millions nationwide watching from home. As an intern with NBC Sports, he is seeing firsthand how the magic happens and the hustle behind every podium-worthy moment.

Today, the Trump administration repealed the endangerment finding: the ruling that served as the basis for limits on tailpipe emissions and power plant rules. Without it, we’ll be less safe, less healthy and less able to fight climate change — all so the fossil fuel industry can make even more money.

Republicans are still trying to pass the SAVE Act—a bill that would make it harder to vote and disenfranchise millions of Americans. Join @RedistrictAct and tell your member of Congress to vote no: act.redistrictingaction.org/…

Karen Stollon was a bystander. Until February 10, 2007. That freezing day in Springfield, Karen drove two hours alone to hear Barack Obama speak. She'd never been to a rally. At 51, she didn't think she'd find her drive in a crowd of thousands, shivering in the cold. But when he spoke, something changed. His values aligned with hers. He helped her see the bigger picture—that we're all connected, and we all have a responsibility to help one another. By March, she was volunteering in Iowa. Bringing crockpots of food to campaign offices, knocking on doors through snowstorms, and meeting young people who reminded her that change is possible when we show up. Fifty one is kind of late to be awakened, she says, but that's how it happened for her. Now she’s 70, still toting an Obama-Biden sticker on her car, still believing in the dream of a better country. That cold February day didn't just change her politics; it changed how she sees the world and her place in it. Hope isn't passive. It's something you create every day.

Congratulations to the Super Bowl champion @Seahawks! This defense was special. MVP Kenneth Walker was dominant. And Sam Darnold gave us one of the best comeback stories in a long time. Enjoy the celebration.

To all the athletes representing @TeamUSA: I'm so proud of you. Your talent and perseverance have brought you to this moment, and Michelle and I will be joining Americans from across the country cheering you on.

“Our view is talent and the possibility of being a changemaker doesn’t come in one form,” said President Obama to Voyagers, “it has to do with heart, grit, commitment, irreverence, and risk taking.” The world needs empathetic leaders who can build bridges and bring people together. The Voyager Scholarship provides access to a network of global leaders and mentors to help tackle difficult problems within communities and across the globe, together. If you are a current sophomore or community college transfer student ready to grow in your public service career, the Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship application is open now. Learn more and see if you are eligible to become a Voyager: voyagerscholarship.applyists…

Here’s a useful reminder of what our federal courts SHOULD be doing to uphold our constitutional traditions: nytimes.com/interactive/2026…

If Congress doesn’t act, the last nuclear arms control treaty between the U.S. and Russia will expire. It would pointlessly wipe out decades of diplomacy, and could spark another arms race that makes the world less safe. This piece is worth the read. nytimes.com/2026/01/30/opini…

Black History Month is a time to recognize the lived, shared experience of all Black folks who have fundamentally shaped, challenged, and ultimately strengthened America. It’s about taking an unvarnished look at the past so that we can create a better future. As we mark 100 years of celebrating Black history, let’s honor the sacrifices of the leaders who came before us, and recommit ourselves to continuing their work.

The Voyager Scholarship invests in U.S. college students’ success through providing need-based financial aid and an immersive work-travel experience. Ready to apply and grow as a leader? voyagerscholarship.applyists…

In Minneapolis and many other communities across the country, we're seeing people come together to peacefully protest and support their neighbors. If you're looking to get involved, here are some ways to help: vox.com/future-perfect/47662…