Does the President Pay for His Groceries?

January 23, 2009 Rumor Control
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Is it true the Obamas have to pay for their own groceries during their time in the White House?

It's true! "Extra" checked out this rumor and discovered food, beverages and dry cleaning all come out of the President's pocket. Just don't expect catch the President or First Lady in the produce aisle -- the First Family has a staff member to do all the shopping.

To find out how much Barack and Michelle Obama earned in 2007, check out "Extra's" Presidential Number Crunching -- The Quiz!

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