Not many people know, but the Secret Service didn't start out as bodyguards for the president. They actually were created to fight counterfeiting. In fact, they were part of the Dept. of Treasury until 2003. It wasn't until the 20th century that protecting political leaders and their families was added to their responsibilities.
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