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France draft budget funds Macron’s post-presidency for six years
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- President Emmanuel Macron will leave the Élysée Palace in about seven months.
- France’s draft budget earmarks €2.3 million for Macron’s offices, rent and security for six years.
- Former French presidents receive lifelong pension, offices, chauffeur and police protection.
- They may employ up to seven staff for five years, then three thereafter.
- President Emmanuel Macron, 49 at departure, pledged not to draw his pension and has not ruled out a future run.
