Donald Trump Inaugurated as the 47th US President: Salary and Perks Revealed

Berita Terkini - Posted on 23 January 2025 Reading time 5 minutes

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DIGIVESTASI – Donald Trump was officially inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on Monday, January 20, 2025, after winning the 2024 presidential election. As the nation's highest leader, he will receive a salary and various benefits to support his duties.

Based on information from various sources, the President of the United States earns an annual salary of USD 400,000, equivalent to approximately IDR 6.5 billion. This salary amount has been set by Congress since 2001 and has remained unchanged to date. In addition to the salary, the president also receives additional benefits, including residence at the White House, access to the presidential aircraft Air Force One, the Marine One helicopter, a fleet of armored limousines, and full protection from the Secret Service. When combined with other allowances, the total compensation received by the president amounts to approximately USD 569,000 per year. Meanwhile, the Vice President of the United States, JD Vance, receives a salary of USD 235,100 or approximately IDR 3.8 billion annually.

Quoting a report from The Economic Times on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, the president’s compensation package also includes several additional allowances:

Expense Allowance
The president receives a tax-free allowance of USD 50,000, equivalent to approximately IDR 815 million, for personal and official purposes.

Travel and Entertainment Allowance
An official travel fund of USD 100,000 or approximately IDR 1.6 billion is provided, along with an entertainment fund of USD 19,000 or about IDR 300.7 million.

White House Redecoration
The newly inaugurated president is also allocated USD 100,000 to redecorate the White House according to their preferences.

When all these benefits are combined, the president’s total annual compensation reaches approximately USD 569,000, covering both operational and ceremonial needs.

Aside from the salary, the President of the United States enjoys various non-monetary benefits to support his responsibilities. He resides in the White House free of charge, has full access to secure presidential transportation such as Air Force One, Marine One, and armored limousines, and receives Secret Service protection as well as comprehensive medical services.

 

 

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