FLOTUS/SLOTUS Pool Report #2

The First Lady is wearing a Ralph Lauren grey button up, a brown turtle neck, and Christian Louboutin boots.

The Second Lady is wearing suede brown pants, black flats, and a plaid blazer.

Michael Jordan, Vice President of Service to the Armed Forces for the American Red Cross, introduced Second Lady Usha Vance. He praised both FLOTUS and SLOTUS for their patriotism and love and spoke to the impact of the American Red Cross.

Second Lady Usha Vance introduced the First Lady, but first pointed out that Michael Jordan is about to retire and led a round of applause for him.

The First Lady then spoke, reflecting on the love and sacrifice of military families and encouraging each of those present to also take care of themselves, saying: "Your wellbeing is

vital—not just for your families, but for your own future. Your journey matters. Your voice matters. And your strength continues to inspire us all."

Remarks were carried live. A few quotes (please check transcript):

"Today, we are surrounded by people whose strength is often quiet, but always powerful. We speak regularly of the bravery of our Service members—and we should. But we must also illuminate the bravery of those who walk beside them. The spouses who carry the weight of family life on top of their own dreams."

"Your lives require a resilience that few outside the military can understand. Moves that take you across the country, and around the world. Holidays spent with an empty

chair at the table. Milestones celebrated over a screen because the person you love is thousands of miles away."

"May this Christmas bring peace to your homes, safety to those who are deployed, and gratitude in the hearts of every American who thanks you for your service and sacrifice.”

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Mary Margaret Olohan

White House Correspondent

The Daily Wire

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