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The Indicator from Planet Money

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Ethics and Exemptions: The Presidential Paradox

This chapter explores the unique ethics rules for U.S. public officials, revealing how they do not apply to the president and vice president. Through humorous anecdotes and serious analyses, it examines the implications of this exemption, especially during the Trump administration, while critiquing the effectiveness of voluntary ethics pledges.

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