#2: Why the White House Windows Stay Closed

Washington, D.C.’s balmy summers beckon for open windows, yet the first family must resist. Michelle Obama shared with Oprah how Sasha’s innocent window-opening act revealed a strict rule: no open windows, ever, for their safety.

After the incident, the swift and stern backlash from the Secret Service and staff sent a clear message to the Obama family: the rule against opening windows is non-negotiable, primarily due to safety concerns.