A young ex-president, Obama poised for a busy retirement
President Barack Obama waves after the conclusion of his farewell address at McCormick Place in Chicago
For Barack Obama, retirement is looking like anything but.
He has a presidential library to build, hundreds of millions of dollars to raise, causes to fight for and a book to write.
And don’t forget that long-promised vacation with his wife.
A new chapter starts when Obama becomes ex-president on Friday.
He’ll be freer to speak his mind, set his own schedule and make some money. Already, Obama is looking ahead to writing a book and has had talks with Hollywood agent Ari Emanuel about post-presidency arrangements that could include speaking gigs.
Obama is 55, and he’ll leave the White House as an unusually young ex-president.
WHYY is your source for fact-based, in-depth journalism and information. As a nonprofit organization, we rely on financial support from readers like you. Please give today.
Medicaid funding for gun violence programs faces scrutiny
Republican Congressman Andrew Clyde, of Georgia, unveiled the Medicaid Funds Integrity Act to restrict Medicaid funds for gun violence prevention programs.
10 hours ago
Listen 1:17
New Jersey wants to eliminate traffic deaths in the state by 2040
The commission has one year to create “a clear and comprehensive plan” to eliminate serious injuries and deaths on state roads.
11 hours ago
Listen 1:16
Trump team questioning civil servants at National Security Council about commitment to his agenda
A U.S. official says the nonpolitical employees are being asked about their votes, political contributions and social media posts Trump's team considers incriminating.
1 day ago