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Needless to say, they also get free housing, free food and a slew of other perks.
Housing is also high.
The costs of private parties, entertainment and non-official travel are borne by the President, said Earle.
So are legal fees in many cases, as a handful of recent Presidents have discovered.
But some exceptions and gray areas pop up.
If (Mostly) Everything Is Covered, Why Do They Get a Salary?
Earle explained that compensation for presidents is set by Title 3 of Section 102 of the U.S. Code.
He also noted that despite the many perks, there are considerable expenses associated with the presidency.
The salary of $400,000 annually serves several purposes beyond compensation, he said.
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