Find Out What Makes the Secret Service So Expensive to Run

This article was originally published at Lizanest.com.

The Secret Service is one of the most powerful and secretive organizations in the world. Most people know they protect the President, but few realize how much work and money go into keeping that promise. From armored cars and trained dogs to constant surveillance and worldwide travel, their job never ends. Every move is planned, every threat is studied, and every second counts. Here are 40 fascinating facts that reveal what it really takes to protect the President — and how expensive it all is.