Alarming excesses of ex presidents may curb perks
Nixon plans a $1.2 million move to New York with federal security and travel support. Critics in Congress call costs out of control and push bills to limit funds for ex presidents, libraries, and protection. Some say total outlays could reach $8 billion by century’s end.
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New York Lottery Millionaires Defy Wild Wealth Stereotypes
Fifty one winners in New York State's lottery have at least one million each. At Tavern on the Green they showcased 28 new millionaires who say jackpot wealth brings security and a comfortable life rather than drama. Some bought cars or horses, few splurged. most kept steady jobs or resumed routine life.
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Public funds for ex presidents. fortunes after office
The article tracks former presidents from Jefferson to Ford, noting Jefferson Madison Monroe died broke, Grant gained income from memoirs, Truman avoided wealth offers, and modern ex presidents Nixon Carter Ford amassed wealth from public funds and business endeavors, with Ford earning up to nine hundred thousand annually.
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Ulysses S. Grant
Harry Truman
Richard Nixon
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