Did you know there are 238 millionaires in Congress?
That's according to a new study by the Center for Responsive Politics, which shows that more than 44% of Senators and Representatives are in the seven-figure club, compared to about one percent of all Americans.
Just as startling: 50 members of Congress boast estimated wealth of at least $10 million, according to 2008 data. And 7 are worth more than $100 million!
Overall, congressional median wealth...
That's according to a new study by the Center for Responsive Politics, which shows that more than 44% of Senators and Representatives are in the seven-figure club, compared to about one percent of all Americans.
Just as startling: 50 members of Congress boast estimated wealth of at least $10 million, according to 2008 data. And 7 are worth more than $100 million!
Overall, congressional median wealth...
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