When was this rule unspoken?
Check the history of U.S. presidential politics, and you’ll find your ‘unspoken’ rule was never ‘unspoken’.
AI proves me wrong... It was done more than I thought, but it is rare. I think it shows zero class.
George H.W. Bush criticized Bill Clinton during his presidency, particularly regarding foreign policy decisions.
Jimmy Carter publicly criticized George W. Bush's handling of the Iraq War while he was in office.
Bill Clinton expressed disapproval of George W. Bush's policies, especially on issues like the economy and foreign relations.
Barack Obama criticized Donald Trump's approach to various issues, including immigration and healthcare, during Trump's presidency.
George W. Bush made remarks about Donald Trump's rhetoric and behavior while he was in office.
Richard Nixon faced criticism from former presidents like Harry Truman and Dwight Eisenhower during his time in office, particularly regarding the Vietnam War.
Ronald Reagan received criticism from former presidents like Jimmy Carter regarding his economic policies and foreign affairs.
Herbert Hoover criticized Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal policies while FDR was president.
Lyndon B. Johnson faced criticism from former presidents like Harry Truman regarding his escalation of the Vietnam War.
John Quincy Adams criticized Andrew Jackson's policies and actions while Jackson was in office.