First Lady of the United States
The First Lady of the United States sometimes abbreviated as (FLOTUS) is the wife of the President of the United States. If the President is not married, or his wife is unable to do the jobs of First Lady, a family member such as daughter or sister usually is considered the First Lady. The current first lady is Jill Biden.
First Lady of the United States | |
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Residence | White House |
Inaugural holder | Martha Washington |
Formation | April 30, 1789 |
Website | whitehouse.gov/history/firstladies |
Some famous former first ladies include Martha Washington, Abigail Adams, Dolley Madison, Mary Lincoln, Edith Wilson, Lou Hoover, Eleanor Roosevelt, Jacqueline Kennedy, "Lady Bird Johnson", Betty Ford, Rosalynn Carter, Nancy Reagan, Barbara Bush, Hillary Clinton, Laura Bush, Michelle Obama and Melania Trump.
What the First Lady doesEdit
The First Lady is not chosen by the people of the United States, and there are no jobs she is officially required to perform. Though she is not paid for being the First Lady, her role includes involvement in political campaigns, management of the White House, championing social causes and representing the President at official and ceremonial occasions. First ladies have focused on different causes and have had a strong influence in a range of sectors, from public opinion on policy to fashion.
Living former First LadiesEdit
As of January 20, 2021, there are five living former First Ladies, as seen below.
Rosalynn Carter
served 1977–81
born 1927 (age 93)
wife of Jimmy CarterHillary Clinton
served 1993–2001
born 1947 (age 73)
wife of Bill ClintonLaura Bush
served 2001–09
born 1946 (age 74)
wife of George W. BushMichelle Obama
served 2009–17
born 1964 (age 57)
wife of Barack ObamaMelania Trump
served 2017–21
born 1970 (age 50)
wife of Donald Trump