Two presidents,one White House, and a world of trouble

The only sure thing is that Bill will be the most powerful first spouse in American history. And very possibly the most destructive, writes Nina Burleigh

Two presidents,one White House, and a world of trouble

It could go this way: The FLOTUS (First Lady of the United States) office has been converted to a man cave. The boudoir-peach paint is covered with dark paneling. Heavy green drapes block out the sun, the better to channel-surf on that 6-foot flat-screen.

Sometimes there’s a sweaty towel draped over the treadmill, since the first man exercises at odd hours and the staff can’t keep up. There’s a dog bed in a corner, and an antique brass spittoon welcomes the ashes of anyone who fires up a cigar (the host stopped lighting up years ago but keeps some Cohibas around for his bros).

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