#27: Taxpayers Foot the Bill for Official State Dinners

At the White House, a distinction exists between expenses covered by the government, paid by taxpayers, and personal expenses of the first family. Official dinners are publicly funded, while the first family receives monthly bills for personal expenses.

Beyond dinners, the first family pays for their groceries and basic necessities, including toothpaste and toilet paper. The government does not cover these, ensuring the first family covers their day-to-day essentials.