Donald Trump once has said he would not accept a salary as a president. Apparently that's why, Trump donated his presidential salary for the second quarter to the Ministry of Education. Oddly enough, many things have prevented him from doing much work lately. First, Congress opposes Trump’s idea, then evidence of cooperation with foreign states pops up, or members of his administration resign. Maybe that's why, Trump, as an honest man, refused the paycheck for that period.
By the way, for those who want to know how much the head of the country with the world's biggest economy gets paid, it is $100 thousand per one quarter. At least for the second quarter of this year. Perhaps, the President receives some bonuses, allowances, or overtime pay like normal people. There is no detailed information, but according to the available data, it can be concluded that to be a president is not so attractive in terms of money. For example, a middle manager in a large Russian state monopolistic company receives almost the same sum. Probably that's why, relatively few candidates participate in the election race in the US. There is nothing special about this job. You have to work a lot, while they pay you next to nothing. But let’s return to Trump. According to White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders, the salary of the US President will go to development of programs that help boys and girls become leaders. US Education Secretary Betsy DeVos thanked Donald Trump for such a noble act on behalf of all boys and girls.
