Former president Bush was asked whether he would behave at the swearing-in ceremony before his entry. The staff also warned Bush that there are hot mics ahead so that they keep their chuckles low. Obama chimed in from behind and said, "Nope". "I'll behave," Bush said with a wink. Though the presidents attended Trump's inauguration, they skipped the inaugural luncheon.
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