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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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The Option to Decline Protection
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The Option to Decline Protection

While Secret Service protection is a standard perk, a former president can choose to waive it if they prefer more privacy. Richard Nixon is the most famous example of a leader who eventually decided to give up his security detail in his later years.

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