Jill Biden Receives $20,000 Diamond from Modi
Jill Biden Receives $20,000 Diamond from Modi

Jill Biden Receives $20,000 Diamond from Modi

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In 2023, the most expensive gift received by the Biden family was a ₹17 lakh ($20,000) diamond gifted to First Lady Jill Biden by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, making it the standout present among many from foreign leaders. The 7.5-carat diamond was retained for official use in the White House, while other gifts, such as a $14,063 brooch from the Ukrainian ambassador and a $4,510 bracelet and photo album from Egypt's leaders, were sent to the archives. President Biden received several expensive gifts, including a $7,100 photo album from South Korea's president and a $3,495 statue from Mongolia. Under federal law, gifts exceeding $480 must be declared, and while many gifts are modest, higher-value items typically transfer to the National Archives. The option exists for recipients to buy gifts at market value, though this is rare for high-end items. Additionally, reports surfaced of CIA employees receiving and subsequently destroying lavish gifts, further highlighting the complexities of gift acceptance in government roles.

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