President Barack Obama listens as first lady Michelle Obama speaks in the East Room of the White House in Washington, Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2012, during a ceremony honoring the 2011 World Series baseball Champion St. Louis Cardinals. On Tuesday, Mrs. Obama celebrated her 48th birthday.
(AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Obama takes first lady out to celebrate birthday
President Barack Obama listens as first lady Michelle Obama speaks in the East Room of the White House in Washington, Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2012, during a ceremony honoring the 2011 World Series baseball Champion St. Louis Cardinals. On Tuesday, Mrs. Obama celebrated her 48th birthday.
(AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
January 17, 2012
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WASHINGTON—President Barack Obama is taking first lady Michelle Obama out for a night on the town to celebrate her 48th birthday.
The president and first lady were dining Tuesday at BLT Steak not far from the White House. They were joined by White House senior adviser Valerie Jarrett and friends.
Earlier, with his wife at his side, the president gave her a lighthearted compliment at a White House event celebrating the
Mrs. Obama spoke up to say she's 48. The president is 50.![]()
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