Biden, Bush, Clinton slated to attend Obama presidential center opening

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Former Presidents Biden, Clinton and Bush are set to attend the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, according to a new report.

The Chicago Sun-Times reported Wednesday that the three presidents intend to be at a ceremony to commemorate the center’s opening, a source familiar with the event told the outlet.

Former first ladies Laura Bush, Hillary Clinton and Jill Biden will also be in attendance, per the Sun-Times.

The Obama Presidential Center is set to open Thursday, with its grand opening ceremony featuring a lineup of award-winning performers. Valerie Jarett, the Obama Foundation’s chief executive, said that the event “will be unlike any other — filled with music, performances, and hope.”

“The Grand Opening Ceremony will reflect a spirit of inspiration and joy, with a big boost from the performers who are sharing their talent with us. We hope to inspire people everywhere to believe in their power to bring change home.”

Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, Christina Aguilera, John Legend, The Roots, Common, Jennifer Hudson, Marc Anthony, Tems, and U2’s Bono and The Edge will perform at the ceremony.

The Hill has reached out to the Obama Foundation for confirmation on the three presidents’ visit.

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