Monday, January 19, 2009

It's the Party, Stupid

The actual swearing-in ceremony - $1.24 million.

Additionally, the federal government estimates that it will spend roughly $49 million on the inaugural weekend.

Washington, D.C., Virginia and Maryland have requested another $75 million from the federal government to help pay for their share of police, fire and medical services.

Finally, private donors have contributed $45 million for the parties.

Total cost - $170 million. Nice.

Source: ABC News

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