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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1920

Page

3

The Endless Privileges of the White House Presidency

A historical piece details the lavish perquisites afforded to the U.S. president including a $175,000 salary plus $25,000 for travel, a private residence and entourage, private transport and yacht, security, staff, and exclusive social privileges, all funded by Congress. It notes the eight-year term and the caretaker role of the president, with ceremonial rooms, private galleries, and even tailored furnishings bearing the United States seal.

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White House mobility and staff details reveal secret service and staff roles

The article describes the White House fleet funded by maintenance, with multiple cars for President Wilson and family. Secret service guards patrol day and night, plus a dedicated police detail. It notes the social secretary as a pivotal ity overseeing precedence and entertaining, and a clipping division, known as the Yellow Journal, curates the president’s reading.

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