In 2014, Obama wore an infamous light tan suit to address White House correspondents.

Critics of Trump called upon this controversy todraw contrasts in etiquettebetween the two former chiefs.

Because I have too many other decisions to make."

obama putting hand up at press conference

Despite this media firestorm, White House representativesstatedthat Obama stood behind his decision to don the look.

This time, in comparison to the controversy-laden presidency of Donald Trump.

Several Democratic politicians also called attention to the hypocrisy of right-wing media coverage between Obama and Trump.

obama walking to podium in tan suit

“President Obama spent 8 yrs in the White House.

No indictments/No convictions/No corruption.

But 5 years ago today he wore a tan suit.

obama and trump paintings side by side

In further support of Obama, many outlets recalled the history of this style in the White House.

It turns out that sporting a tan suit is a summer tradition for U.S. presidents.