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What Former U.S. Presidents Are Not Allowed to Do

Life after the Oval Office comes with a surprising rulebook. From Secret Service details to driving bans and monitored mail, here is what former U.S. presidents are and aren't allowed to do.

What Former U.S. Presidents Are Not Allowed to Do
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Following the Tradition of Silence
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Following the Tradition of Silence

While it isn’t a codified law, there is a long-standing expectation that former presidents should not publicly criticize their successors. This unwritten custom encourages retired leaders to step back from political friction and avoid interfering with the current administration’s agenda.

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