The Biden Impeachment & The Power of the Black Vote: A Look at Political Fodder and Family Structures in the 2024 Election Cycle

The 2024 election cycle has taken an unexpected turn as a seemingly innocent photo of a 23-year-old woman smoking a cigarette has sparked controversy and debate online. The woman in question is Sasha Obama, the daughter of former President Barack Obama, and the photo was part of a collage comparing the children of Presidents and Vice Presidents.

The collage, which also included Barron Trump, Ella Emhoff, and Hunter Biden, asked viewers to choose which set of parents they would prefer. The post quickly went viral, garnering over 8 million views and sparking thousands of comments.

Many commenters were quick to defend the Obama family, pointing out that Sasha and her sister Malia had lived scandal-free lives during their time in the White House and were now college-educated adults. Some even questioned the validity of comparing an 18-year-old college student to independent adults.

Others took aim at the Trump family, questioning the level of involvement former President Donald Trump had in raising his children, particularly Barron. Melania Trump’s efforts to keep Barron out of the spotlight were noted, with one commenter sarcastically asking, “When did Trump raise his kids?”

Ultimately, the viral photo and ensuing debate serve as a reminder of the power of the Black vote in the upcoming election and the scrutiny that comes with being a public figure, especially when your parents have held the highest office in the land.