相比之下,拜登已经算很好的了。网上资料表明,杜鲁门离开白宫后穷得只好住到丈母娘家。
Harry S. Truman is frequently cited as the poorest president in modern history, primarily because of his financial situation after leaving office.
Before his presidency, he experienced significant financial challenges, including a failed clothing store business that left him deeply in debt.
After his term ended in 1953, he and his wife moved in with his mother-in-law. At that time, former presidents did not receive a pension.
Truman's financial struggles directly led Congress to pass the Former Presidents Act in 1958, which provided a presidential pension.
还有格兰特,卸任后积蓄被骗。
Ulysses S. Grant: Had a career marked by financial instability, and was later swindled out of his savings after leaving office.