#6: Presidential Expenses at Camp David

Surprisingly, the president must pay for personal meals at the White House and Camp David. Any leisure visit to Camp David means the first family foots the bill for their food, upholding a tradition of personal responsibility.

Yet, when duty calls, and the president is summoned to Camp David for official tasks, the expense narrative changes. In such instances, the administration covers the food costs, allowing for an exception to the rule.