The Rich and Powerful in Politics: Their Astonishing Net Worths Will Leave You Speechless

Jimmy Carter – $10 Million

In his nineties, the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter, now devotes his time and resources to philanthropy and volunteering. So, it is understandable that despite his salary as President and earnings from his books, he has a relatively humble net worth of $10 million and lives a very frugal lifestyle.

The philanthropist and former politician returned to everyday life after losing his re-election campaign. He became a professor at Emory University in Atlanta and founded the Carter Center to protect human rights and help resolve conflict globally. Carter’s wealth can grow, but with his heart keen on humanitarian services, his money would surely keep going back to charity.

Barack Obama – $70 Million

Becoming the first African-American President of the United States of America certainly has its advantages. Barack Obama made history in 2008 when he emerged as the 44th president creating an unforgettable moment before our very eyes. Also, he is universally loved and adored both for his personality and oratory skills.

He has had quite the career path and is now worth $70 million due to his other business ventures unrelated to politics. During his time, he fought for justice and freedom for all, and the policies he signed into place showed it too. So, it brings us so much joy to know that Barack has enough to fall back on even in retirement.

Hillary Rodham Clinton – $120 Million

Hillary Rodham Clinton has served in government for nearly three decades and is a boss lady in politics in the US. She made history as the first American First lady to win public office and the first woman ever to be named a presidential nominee of a major political party.

From her job as an attorney to her role as the First Lady of the United States to numerous bestselling books and countless rewarding public speaking appearances, Hillary has amassed a fortune estimated at $120 million. She remains a highly respected world figure with a net worth that speaks volumes of her hard work and success.

Mike Pence – $1 Million

Mike Pence has not had the best of luck with his finances, but still, a $1 million net worth is not bad by any account. Considering the influence and reach he has, and that most of his money comes from once being a governor of Indiana, this is certainly something.

Anyway, we know that this is just the stepping stone for Mike because he has quite the resume. Apart from being a past governor, he has also been a broadcaster and a vice president! We truly cannot wait to see what the future holds for him, and we will be here for it.

George W. Bush – $40 Million

George W. Bush is one of the past presidents of the United States who entered office with their own wealth. The 43rd president who served two terms was worth $20 million acquired from the oil and gas firm and investment in the baseball team ‘Texas Rangers.’

Before becoming a famous Head of State, Bush was the former governor of Texas and a very successful businessman. On leaving office, he made plenty of money through speaking fees and book releases. It is no shocker that his fortune has risen over the years to a Whooping $40 million that he spends on his family and his non-profit organization, Clinton Foundation.

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