Meet The Better Halves Of The Most Popular Politicians In America

Barack Obama & Michelle Obama – Married For 29 Years

Love finds us at the strangest of places, and former US president Barack Obama is no different. The leader first met the love of his life Michelle at an office in a law firm where they were both working in 1989, and as they say, the rest is history.

Being the president of the most powerful nation in the world came with its fair share of scrutiny, and Michelle was the glue that held the Obamas together. We doubt they thought they would be together close to three decades since they walked down the aisle, and the couple still amazes us with their public affection.

Joe Biden & Jill Biden – Married For 44 Years

Joe Biden and Jill Biden, who had both been married before, got to know each other when Joe was a 33-year-old U.S. Senator while Jill was a college senior aged 24.

They got married in June 1997, two years after they met, making Jill the stepmother to his two sons, and then had their daughter in 1981, completing the family. She has been by his side through scandals, failures, health issues, and successes, both as Vice President under Barack Obama and now as the 46th President of The United States. What an enviable bond this power couple shares!

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez & Riley Roberts – Dating For 6 Years

When Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was elected to US Congress, she made history by becoming the youngest woman to be chosen for that position. Her partner Riley Roberts stood by her side throughout the campaign period, always supporting her dreams, and we must say, don’t we all wish for someone like that?

The pair met in college but broke up after they graduated. Oh, but the universe had other ideas, and they met later on, rekindling their romance. Alexandria and Roberts have been together since 2015, and while they aren’t engaged yet, we bet an announcement is on the way soon.

George W. Bush & Laura Bush – Married For 44 Years

George and Laura Bush’s marriage has remained strong because it survived many challenging phases, including a recession and a war. According to their closest friends, their marriage thrives because they honestly like each other’s company and share common values. The friends of the former first couple would know, after all, it was two of them that set the duo up on a blind date in 1977.

Just three months after meeting for the first time in Texas, George and Laura were married. It may seem like a fast courtship, but once you findyour perfect match, there is no sense in having a long engagement.

Melania Trump & Donald Trump – Married For 16 Years

Donald Trump, the former United States President, and first lady Melania Trump have been in a relationship since 1998. At that time, Melania was a rising star in the modeling world, and during one of the New York Fashion Week parties, something sparked. Eventually, after seven years, the couple were married.

Their relationship is actual proof that the age barrier doesn’t matter, as Donald is 23 years older than Melania. Though the duo had many ups and downs in their relationship, they have a strong foundation that has lasted for 16 years.