Dick Cheney – More Than $18 Million

You'd be surprised to know Dick Cheney's net worth estimated at $18-86 million isn't his greatest feat. His graduation from public office to public figure is the stuff made of legends. Very few people would want to be in the limelight after the impressive career he had.

Starting out with a BA and a Masters in Political science from the University of Wyoming, Cheney had his work cut out for him. Soon enough, he took up a managerial position at a leading petroleum engineering company. It's clear that his precise and calculated moves in business and politics are definitely the reason for his hefty bank account.

 

Rudy Giuliani - $40 Million

Rudy Giuliani has enjoyed an extensive career as a public servant. And the highlights of his career would include the 1980's federal prosecution of New York City mafia bosses, which he led as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York.

It's not unusual for attorneys to move up the ladder and embrace more high-profile positions. So no one can fault Giuliani for joining former President Trump's legal team in 2018. But we imagine many would be curious about the source of his $40 million fortune. Also, in 2021, Giuliani had his law license suspended in New York and the District of Columbia.

John Lewis: Politician – $300K

John Lewis was born in 1940. He passed away at the age of 80 in 2020 July, losing his battle with pancreatic cancer. By that time, he had earned a $300K fortune. After all, he had served for the United States House of Representatives on Georgia’s fifth district since 1987 consecutively!

His long-time wife, Lillian Miles, had passed away in 2012. They’d been married since 1968, only ever having one child together. The last time we saw him was in the 2020 documentary called With Drawn Arms. In the meantime, he was also set to participate in one titled Visible Men.

Al Gore – $300 Million

You might remember politician Al Gore as the vice president to Bill Clinton, but there is so much more to this man than meets the eye. It's safe to say that Al is a businessman and entrepreneur first and that politics take a back seat, especially these days. During his time, Mr. Gore has managed to build an empire worth over three hundred million dollars!

That's because he has his hands in ventures everywhere. From farming to even owning shares in Apple, we're sure that Al would be one of the best people on this list to approach if you wanted to know how to rake in the money!

Kamala Harris – $6 Million

When Kamala Harris released her tax-returns documents of fifteen years, people were surprised to see that her net worth was not more than $6 million. Her salary as a District Attorney went as high as $260K a year but dropped to $160K when she became the Attorney General of California. On the brighter side, the Vice President became eligible for retirement benefits worth $250K.

Now that Harris is the second-most powerful person in the country, she could make a lot of money in the next few decades. Like many ex-Presidents and ex-Vice Presidents, speeches, books, and interviews could be the way to go!

Nancy Pelosi – $120 Million

The name Nancy Pelosi can make even the most hardened politicians shudder, and it's safe to say that she's known for rattling a number of cages whenever she's in the office! Boldly opinionated and outspoken, Pelosi is a force to be reckoned with, indeed.

Therefore, it's easy to see why Nancy is worth a staggering hundred and twenty million dollars. Her role in politics is valued highly, but other than that, she's also made smart decisions regarding stocks, properties, and other investments. The Speaker of the House is nowhere near being done with her career, so we're sure she's going to be building on her wealth for years to come.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez – $100,000

When political and feminist powerhouse Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez took office at the age of twenty-nine, she became the youngest woman ever to serve in the United States Congress. But this is no surprise when you consider her work ethic.

So far, she has managed to earn a sturdy one hundred thousand dollars in net worth, and the way things are going, that amount is sure to increase significantly in the near future. Cortez even worked as a bartender while running her campaign, and with an attitude like that, we're certain that she'll gain even more wealth and political success!

Condoleezza Rice: Director - $8 Million

Condoleezza Rice is a strong woman, fit to be an idol for young girls because she currently serves as the Director of the Hoover Institution. She is mostly known for her work as a diplomat, political scientist, civil servant, and professor at Stanford University.

During former President George W. Bush's first term, Rice was the US National Security Advisor and later served as the US Secretary of State in the second term. These positions come with hefty paychecks and other benefits, explaining how the 66-year-old has made herself a fortune of $8 million today.

Hillary Clinton – $120 Million

When the former first lady and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton left the White House with her husband's impeachment, the pair's net worth was nowhere near where it is today. Mounting legal fees managed to put a fair dent in their savings.

However, Hillary managed to turn this all around by launching a fiery political career of her own and raking in money from things like public speaking engagements. Not to mention the fees and royalties she earned from her best-selling books. Now, Hillary is worth just over a hundred and twenty million dollars, and it's fair to say she deserves every penny.

Jimmy Carter – $10 Million

Jimmy Carter is known for increasing employment in America, negotiating international conflicts, conducting democratic and fair elections, and supporting human rights. Such contributions eventually made him a deserving recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize.

Besides awards, Jimmy's career as the 39th U.S. president helped him earn a fair amount of money. However, most of which has been used for philanthropic work. Like many other politicians, some part of his net worth also came from his love of sharing his knowledge. Jimmy is a published author of over 30 books on numerous topics. Now long retired, he spends his wealth on taking care of himself and his beloved wife.

Donald Trump – $2.5 Billion

Donald Trump gained fame and international attention as the host of The Apprentice and the author of The Art of the Deal. In 2016 he shocked most of the world when he emerged the Republican presidential flag bearer and, consequently, the United States president.

Unfortunately, he lost his 2020 reelection bid, while pinning down Trump's exact net worth is difficult; most reports peg his wealth at around $2.5 billion - a staggering sum by anyone's reckoning. It would certainly be interesting to see if Trump makes a return to reality television now that his White House tenure is over.

Arnold Schwarzenegger – $400 Million

Having been a significant part of two major business industries, it's no surprise that Arnold Schwarzenegger has raked in heaps of money! There was a point in his Hollywood career when the iconic leading man would charge approximately 20-30 million dollars per movie.

Besides, Arnold was always popular for his political views that perhaps contrasted with prominent Tinseltown stars. So it wasn't a big shock when he came into power and served as a governor from 2003-2011. However, the former governor did everything silently and surprised everyone with his political aspirations while simultaneously, Arnold has kept moving up the ladder of fortune in Hollywood as well!

 

 

Peter Doocy - $2 Million

Some sources insist that Peter Doocy's net worth is a mere $500K. But others estimate that it's more likely to be a whopping $2 million. And considering that the average White House Correspondent receives about $300K annually, both figures could easily be correct.

For those who don't know, Doocy is a journalist who, in 2022, served as White House correspondent for Fox News. He rose to popularity in 2021 when he was tasked to cover the incoming Biden administration. And his penchant for asking awkward questions is just the kind of thing that quickly earned him a reputation.

Kelly Anne Conway - $39 Million

Kelly Anne Conway was a Senior Counselor to the President under the Donald Trump administration. And she's best known as the first woman to run a successful U.S. presidential campaign. And after stepping down in 2020, Conway continued to make regular TV appearances.

For example, in 2022, she was a panelist on "Gutfeld!" And before her stint at the White House, she worked as a commentator on CBS CNN, ABC, and Fox News. But something tells us she'd do just fine if she never had to take on another job. Because surprise surprise, Conway is actually worth $39 million.

Jeanine Pirro - $14 Million

Judge Jeanine Pirro has had quite a career. Not only was she a New York State judge, but she also served as a politician, a prosecutor, and a television host. Public servants don't often get many chances to earn the big bucks. So it makes sense that Pirro's other job obligations have contributed to her $14 million net worth.

Pirro is the first woman to serve as a judge in Westchester County Court, and by 1993 she'd become the first female District Attorney. In 2022, she gave up hosting "Justice with Judge Jeanine" on Fox News to become a co-host on "The Five."

Tomi Lahren - $3 Million

Tomi Lahren rose to fame when her short video segments on "TheBlaze" caught the wider public's attention. And once people figured out her political criticisms, or final thoughts as she called them, were quite logical, her fan base increased drastically. And The New York Times even described her as a 'Rising media star.'

Lahren is reported to be worth $3 million. And she's doing all she can to add more to that sum. For instance, in 2022, she worked as a Co-Host on "The Big Saturday Show" "Outnumbered." She was also a Fox Nation Hostess on "Fox and Friends First."

Chelsea Clinton - $30 Million

We imagine the name 'Clinton' already caught your attention. Chelsea Clinton is indeed the daughter of 42nd United States President Bill Clinton. And she's worth a massive $30 Million. But you wouldn't expect anything less from a member of the American elite, would you?

Chelsea is a renowned writer and health advocate. And from 2011 to 2014, she worked as a special correspondent for NBC News. She's also published several books, including scholarly books on health policy and non-fiction books for children. Serving on the board of a company like "InterActiveCorp has also paid her handsomely. You may have caught Chelsea on "The View" in 2022.

Monica Lewinsky - $1.5 Million

Monica Lewinsky is another person on this list who has affiliations with former President Bill Clinton. But their relationship wouldn't exactly be described as familial. And though the Clinton-Lewinsky scandal was hot news for a few years, Lewinsky has succeeded in rebuilding her reputation.

After receiving a Master's degree in Psychology, Lewinsky became an outspoken activist against cyberbullying. And since activism isn't precisely a thriving field, her net worth of $1.5 million is probably not as impressive as you'd expect. Nevertheless, in 2021, Lewinsky helped produce ten episodes of "American Crime Story."

Нumа Аbеdіn - $4 Million

Reports claim that Huma Abedin has a net worth ranging between $1.5 million and $4 million. And considering her illustrious career as a political staffer, both numbers can easily be believed. Also, royalties from her 2021 memoir, "Both/Are: A Life in Many Worlds," would undoubtedly add to the sum.

Abedin was one of Hilary Clinton's closest aides during her time as Secretary of State. And during the 2016 presidential campaign, she also served as Clinton's vice-chair. Thanks to that intimate relationship and her link to Anthony Weiner, Abedin was the subject of several congressional inquiries in the past.

Jared Kushner - $800 Million

Jared Kushner is an American businessman and investor married to Ivanka Trump. So it's no surprise that he was one of the high-ranking officials who served under former President Trump's administration. In fact, Kushner was a senior advisor to the President.

Being the son of the former real-estate developer and current controller of the Kushner Companies, Kushner's $800 million fortune doesn't come as a shock. But, in 2021, he attended the GCC Summit alongside Middle East envoy Avi Berkowitz. And while there. They signed an agreement ending the Qatar diplomatic crisis.

Kimberly Guilfoyle - $25 Million

Kimberly Guilfoyle is reported to be worth $25 million. But she wouldn't be the first television personality to have a few million in the bank. And for the sake of full transparency, we might as well add that she was an advisor to President Donald Trump.

Before her foray into politics, she worked as a host on Fox News, heading shows like "The Lineup," "Outnumbered," and "The O'Reilly Factor." Then, in 2022, Guilfoyle appeared on "Forage" as a Former Advisor to Donald Trump. And a year earlier, in 2021, she jointly purchased a $9.7 million home in Florida with her fiancé, Trump Jr.

Amy Klobuchar: Politician & Author – $2 Million

According to Forbes, Amy Klobuchar lives in a $352,387 house in Macy Holmes, Minneapolis. Her house may seem kind of expensive, but it must have been a no-brainer buying it seeing how she’s estimated to have a fortune of around $2 million. After all, she’s been involved with politics for quite some time now.

In 2021, Klobuchar even spoke at Biden’s Inauguration. She has also written some books, including her autobiography, published in 2015, under the title The Senator Next Door: A Memoir from the Heartland. She was born in Plymouth in 1960. Today, she has over 1.5 million followers on her Twitter account.

Al Franken: Politician & Comedian – $7 Million

Before he made a turn for politics, in 2009, Al Franken was mostly known as a comedian. After all, he had worked as the writer on Saturday Night Live since the mid-70s. No wonder how he’s earned his $7-million fortune. He was born in New York City in 1951.

In 2018 he stopped serving as Minnesota’s senator. He has since started a show on SiriusXM, called the Al Franken Show, which airs on Saturdays. He’s also published quite a lot of books, like Oh, The Things I Know in 2003, and his most recent one, published in 2017, Al Frankel, Giant of the Senate.

Tammy Duckworth: Senator – $697K

Since 2017, Tammy Duckworth has been serving as a United States senator for the state of Illinois. She lives in a single-story house in South Barrington with a front yard and lawn, along with her long-time husband, Bryan Bowlsbey, and their two children. They got married in 1993.

Duckworth is estimated to have earned a fortune of around $700K so far. It shouldn’t be surprising knowing how long she’s been involved with politics. Today she is 52 years old and frequently appears on the CNN Newsroom show. In 2021, she also made an appearance on The Real.

Henry Kissinger – $50 Million

There is no doubt that Henry Kissinger is one of the most influential figures in the history of American politics and, some people would say, also one of the most well-known entities ever associated with the United States government.

However, when it comes to making a name for himself and building an empire, Kissinger's results speak for themselves. He has earned more than fifty million dollars in net worth and has provided political advice to parties and people across the globe - Not bad for a man who is almost one hundred years old, we reckon!

 

Elizabeth Warren – $12 Million

Elizabeth Warren is a senator who took on representing Massachusetts and has done so successfully since 2013. During the 2020 Democratic Party primary, she sought to be elected as the Democratic presidential flag bearer but was unsuccessful.

Born into an underprivileged family in Oklahoma, Warren was the youngest of four siblings; her father worked in maintenance while her mother struggled to support them on a minimum wage. However, today, Elizabeth is worth no less than 12 million dollars, most of which comes from smart real estate investments, federal pensions, and her numerous best-selling books over the years.

Mike Pence – $1 Million

During the 1990s, Mike Pence worked as a conservative T.V. and radio host and had quite a following, especially in Indiana. In the year 2000, he succeeded in getting elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. Mike was later elected governor of Indiana and then had a four-year stay in the
White House as the United States of America's vice president.

Pence is deeply loyal to his base and is known for taking a staunch stance on his beliefs and aspirations for his country's betterment. As of the moment, Mike has an estimated net worth of a million dollars, mostly stemming from state and federal pensions.

Adam Schiff – $313,000

Adam Schiff is probably among the most stable politicians ever in terms of career. Since 2001, he has been serving as the congressman of California and always attains high yet steady votes in elections. Yes, it means that Schiff has never lost an election 19 years straight, and still counting!

Naturally, being able to snatch such a high position also increased Adam’s net worth reasonably appropriately. As reported by the LA Times, Adam has accumulated at least $313000, including $50.000 stock of Apple company and two land properties, despite a few mortgages.

Barry Goldwater – $1.7 Million

Many politicians' careers start from the military, and Barry Goldwater was one of those people! At first, he joined the US Army air force during WW2 and rose in prominence. Goldwater then started his journey in the American political scene, contributing to critical historical events such as the Civil Rights Act of 1957 and the conservative movement.

From the track record alone, we can already guess that Barry was rich! Before succumbing to old age, he had gathered $1.7 million worth of assets, from stocks to houses. We're sure his grandkids were more than grateful for the cushy inheritance from their successful family patriarch.

Charles Schumer – $1.12 Million

As the prominent senator of New York, it is evident that Charles Schumer has quite a suitable net worth. According to some trusted sources, his wealth has finally exceeded $1 million since 2018 due to his investments in the finance and real estate sectors.

Besides his ground-breaking net worth, Charles also has such a mesmerizing academic record! He holds both undergraduate and special law degrees from one of the most reputable universities in the States: Harvard. There may be many Harvard graduates in the senates, but a double degree senator? Probably only this man!

Pete Buttigieg – $100,000

Pete Buttigieg's career as a politician has not been a walk in the park, and the veteran politician has seen his fortune fluctuate along his years in the game.

Buttigieg once held a lucrative job as a consultant for McKinsey & Company, which he dropped out of, to run for treasurer in his home state, a race he lost. He after that became mayor, before enlisting in the navy reserves. It has been a bumpy but rewarding journey for the Indiana-born veteran, and you can read all about it in his book Shortest Way Home.

Lindsey Graham - $3 Million

Lindsey Graham's political track record is quite impressive by any standard. Besides holding his senatorial position since 2013, he happens to be the chairman of the Senate committee in the Judiciary.

Going by his accomplishments Graham has always had a very driven mindset. This can be seen in his illustrious military career when he was younger. Graham began as an Air Force defense attorney and ended his military career as the Air Force's chief prosecutor in Europe. His journey with law didn't end there as he started his private practice before venturing into politics. That's how his net worth stands at $3 million already.

Cory Booker - $807,503

Cory Booker's political career is an epic saga of activism and class. His time as a mayor and a member of the senate is only challenged by his time as a lawyer.

From playing football to writing newspaper articles in high school, to going to Oxford and Yale; this man is definitely a go-getter. His current financial standing is estimated at $807,503 which is quite an impressive figure considering he began with pro bono work; setting up legal clinics for people from low-income regions. If this isn't an indication that Mr. Booker is on the fast track to success and more accolades, we don't know what is.

Andrew Yang – More Than $1 Million

Andrew Yang is an American politician well known for his nonprofit organization, Venture for America (VFA). However, politics is a recent venture for Mr. Yang who began his career path as a lawyer before switching to managing start-ups. Considering his net worth value is estimated to be around $1-4 million, his business acumen is definitely on point.

Business endeavors aside, Yang is a prolific writer and has even put out a book titled The War on Normal People which discusses economic ideologies. Yang's net worth is also a subject of contention as the scope of his entrepreneurial and philanthropic work is quite vast.

Trey Gowdy – $224,998

Coming in with a net worth of $224,998 is Trey Gowdy. Mr. Gowdy is an American television news personality who began his adult life as a politician, and former federal prosecutor.

According to Trey, his time as a prosecutor is the best period in his life; even better than his political career. These sentiments prompted him to take up the pen and publish the book Doesn't Hurt To Ask. The book debuted at number one on the New York Times bestsellers list meaning his net worth is definitely bound to go up soon.

Rand Paul – $3 Million

Although he is the son of the former libertarian US Representative Ron Paul, Rand decided to get an MD degree at Duke University School of Medicine before dipping his fingers in politics. Eventually, he became a senator from Kentucky and even went on to make a presidential bid in the year 2016.

While he was busy pursuing political aspirations on the side, Rand was also a practicing ophthalmologist who had a thriving practice by all accounts. Ultimately, this decision helped the senator secure his future financial security with a $3 million bank balance.

Maxine Waters – $2 Million

Unlike many of her colleagues, Maxine Waters wasn’t born with a silver spoon. After being raised by a single mother in a large family of fourteen, she strived hard and received a degree in sociology from California State University. Subsequently, Waters found political success by becoming a member of the 48th district in the California State Assembly.

During a routine disclosure as a member of the House of Representatives, Maxine revealed that her net worth is around $2 million, with almost three-quarters of it coming from her assets. That’s quite modest considering her stature and successful career!

Elizabeth Dole – $40 Million

With a bank balance of $40 million, Elizabeth Dole is certainly enjoying her retirement years. And she undoubtedly deserves it after serving as a cabinet member and senator under three different presidents. Besides that, she also headed many federal departments such as the Office of Public Liaison and the Federal Trade Commission.

Now, Dole spends most of her time on charity work. She is certainly giving back to society through the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, which runs the popular Hidden Heroes campaign. Looking back at her long and illustrious career now, that’s literally a lifetime of service!

Marco Rubio – $500K

Despite being a successful lawyer and politician, Marco Rubio never chased the big bucks. Over time, his net worth has more or less hovered around the half-million mark, and this is mostly because of financial mismanagement. In a 2016 disclosure, he mentioned many liabilities such as an expensive boat and a luxury car on lease.

Irrespective of personal affairs, Rubio continues to work for the welfare of his home state of Florida and has been an instrumental figure in the state’s development for the last two decades. He even penned an entire book listing out policy changes for the state, many of which have been since then successfully implemented.

Gabrielle Giffords – $20 Million

Although Gabrielle Giffords and her husband, Senator Mark Kelly, were worth just $2 million, their net worth increased substantially over the years. Thanks to her newfound role as a public speaker and author, they now sit on a tidy cash pile of $20 million.

Giffords resigned from her post as a member of the House of Representatives for Arizona’s 8th district and left politics after a tragic incident caused partial paralysis and brain damage. Ever since, she has been an advocate for social causes and campaigned across the country, demanding better policies for the welfare of all.

Newt Gingrich – $14 Million

Very few politicians enter the Capitol Building with such a rich academic experience as a Newt Gingrich. He was a professor of history at the University of West Georgia before deciding to change the composition of the House of Representatives in 1995. Eventually, this feat made him Time’s Man of the Year!

Unlike most ex-politicians, Newt continues to work in the business and political spectrums actively. With Gingrich Group, Gingrich Productions, and Gingrich Communications posting millions in yearly revenue, it isn’t a surprise that the man is worth a lot of money!

Madeleine Albright – $10 Million

Often remembered as the first woman to take charge as the US Secretary of State, Madeleine Albright was a strong personality who understood international relations like no one else. Currently serving on the board of Council on Foreign Relations, she continues to remain on the playing field even today and even received a Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2012.

After retiring from active politics, Albright took up teaching positions and penned numerous books that fetched her a cool $10 million. In fact, her memoir, Madam Secretary, alone earned her hundreds of thousands of dollars in royalties!

Nikki Haley – $4 Million

We cannot talk about Nikki Haley without mentioning the list of firsts she managed to accomplish before the age of fifty. The youngest governor of a state, first Indian-American in the President's cabinet, and first female governor of South Carolina are just a few of Nikki's illustrious achievements in her political career.

Along with political success, Haley managed to make strides when it came down to the finances too. She worked on her mother's million-dollar clothing line for quite some time and held various important positions making millions along the way.

Mike Huckabee – $9 Million

For former governor of Arkansas Mike Huckabee, politics has always been in his blood. Even during his time at high school, he associated with several clubs and organizations which focused on the political.

It wasn't a bad investment, and today Mike is worth a hefty nine million dollars! His finances were, of course, supplemented by his illustrious media career as a conservative commentator on several networks, and it seems that this is where this bass guitar playing politician will be spending the rest of his years. Yes, you read that right. Mike plays in a classic rock cover band called Capitol Offence!

Elijah Cummings – $1.3 Million

Unfortunately, the acclaimed political voice of Elijah Cummings can not be heard anymore, as he left this world in 2019, but it's safe to say that while his work as part of the United States House of Representatives is sorely missed.

During his time in office, Elijah managed to collect just under one and a half million dollars in net worth, which many feel isn't close to fair compensation for the amount of work he did. He served on several boards and committees, which helped keep the city of Baltimore running smoothly, and still is one of the people who is highly respected by both the Republican and Democratic parties.

Bob Dole – $40 Million

Politician Bob Dole might have lost his bid for the highest office in the land when he ran against former president Bill Clinton, but that hasn't stopped him from accumulating a rather massive fortune for himself over the years!

One might think forty million dollars in net worth is a lot of money for a political servant to have, but we're certain that most people will agree that he deserves every penny. Not only was his career in the art of governing quite successful, but he is also a veteran of the second global conflict, and for a survivor, it's wonderful that he's doing so well financially.

Sarah Palin – $8 Million

Former governor of Alaska and well-known political personality Sarah Palin has made quite the name for herself in the past couple of years. Although some might say it's because of her outspoken opinions, it really doesn't matter as she still managed to earn a hefty eight million dollars in net worth during her career.

Sarah's foray into politics led to an even more lucrative career in entertainment - at one point, she even owned a television network! However, this endeavor collapsed after only a year, but it didn't take away from the success she garnered as an author, which is where most of Palin's wealth comes from.

Joe Biden – $9 Million

During the Obama administration, Joe Biden served as the vice president and enjoyed widespread acclaim and respect for his self-deprecating humor, honor, and integrity. He is currently the winner of the 2020 U.S. presidential election and is expected to do his able best as the new leader of the United States.

Biden has already served as a senator for 36 years, making countless invaluable contributions to his country in that time. Once famously known as "the poorest man in Congress," Joe is now worth an estimated $9 million.

Bill Clinton – $75 Million

Bill Clinton was formerly the governor of the southern state of Arkansas. Eventually, he set his sight on more significant responsibilities, campaigned, and won the U.S. presidential elections, serving two terms in that capacity. An honor that both his successors would come to enjoy as well.

Bill is loved and admired by a lot of Americans and a fair proportion of the world populace as well. As of now, he's worth over $75 million, and Bill made the bulk of his fortune long after his presidency was over. His book 'My Life' was a best-seller with millions of copies sold worldwide.

George W. Bush – $40 Million

Before joining politics, George W. Bush had earned millions of dollars from working in the oil industry and a Major League Baseball club. The former president served the country from 2001 to 2009, making big and small changes, and of course, obtaining massive international influence.

However, Bush continued to make wealth even after his ruling tenure was over. He made ample money from his public speeches, state-sanctioned pension, and publishing a book called Decision Points. With all this net worth, George is living life to the fullest with his wife, Laura Bush.

Barack Obama – $70 Million

When Barack Obama became the first African American man to rule the U.S. as a president, he came straight into the hearts of people. Be it old or young, individuals from every generation admired him for his democratic opinions and decisions. Even the beloved former president's net worth has been impressive all these years!

Earlier, he did not earn more than $30,000 as a professor, but a rise in Obama's political career also brought a massive increase in his salary. Moreover, the politician further made millions from publishing several books, which are still contributing to his wealth even after his tenure at the White House.

Bernie Sanders – $2 Million

Bernie Sanders is an easily recognizable figure, given his shock of white hair, stoop, and glasses. He's represented Vermont in the senate since 2007 and before that served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1997 to 2007.

Sanders is a strident advocate of heavy taxes on the wealthy and their private fortunes, greater regulation of Wall Street, and increased social programs that take better care of the poor and disadvantaged. Thanks to a long and illustrious career, Bernie's financially comfortable today with a net worth of 2 million dollars to his name.

John Kerry – $250 Million

While John Forbes Kerry has been an active political voice all his life, he catapulted to the limelight only after being named as the US’s 68th Secretary of State. During his stint as a cabinet member, Kerry was a part of key policy decisions and is even the first person in the position to travel an astonishing 1.06 million miles on duty!

Many people don’t know that he is married to Teresa Heinz, heiress to the famous ketchup manufacturing family - with the lady inheriting nearly $750 million, John also added $250 million to his overall bank balance.

Mitch McConnell – $34 Million

Mitch McConnell's dalliance with politics started after graduating from college back in 1967. He started from the bottom as an assistant to a senator and worked his way up the ranks.

With decades of experience, both in and out of office, McConnell has had quite the career. It explains his net worth placed in the tens of millions. However, not all of the money was earned through his paycheck in politics. Most of the fortune came after the politician, together with his wife, received an inheritance. Currently, he ranks among the wealthiest Congress members.

Ted Cruz – $4 Million

Senator Ted Cruz came from humble beginnings, but he has managed to build an impressive career in politics, as well as a not-too-shabby four million dollar fortune for himself over the years.

People believed that he would be a good president, and he attempted a run at the Republican primary in 2016, where he faced Donald Trump as an adversary. Unfortunately, Ted placed second, and this eventually led to Trump gaining victory and holding the highest office in the land, causing a sort of rivalry between the two opponents. However, the two have since buried the hatchet, and it seems that Ted is supporting his commander-in-chief all the way.

Chuck Schummer: Politician – $900K

Chuck Schumer grew up in New York and lives there to the day. He graduated from Harvard College and Harvard Law School; however, he's never actually practiced law. Of course, he’s still been involved with politics for quite some time now.

As of January 2021, Schumer is now the Senate Majority Leader; in fact, he’s the first Jewish person to hold such a position. His total fortune is estimated at around $900K. In the meantime, he also has over 3.1 million followers on his Twitter account and has been married to Iris Weinshall since 1980.

Bill de Blasio: Politician – $2.5 Million

According to Forbes, Bill de Blasio now has a fortune of around $2.5 million. He has lived all his life within New York City, and apparently also owns quite a lot of real estate there, including a 1,200-square-foot house and a 1,600-square-foot house in the same road, in Brooklyn.

De Blasio has been married to Chirlane McCray since 1994. She works as a poet and an activist. They have two children together. He has served as the 109th Mayor of New York City and has over 1.5 million followers on his personal Twitter account.

Andrew Cuomo: Politician – $5 Million

Much like his father, Mario Cuomo, before him, Andrew got involved with politics. It turns out that he’s quite good at it, too, as he’s been serving as the 56th Governor of New York since 2011. Within 2020, he’s estimated to have gotten a $200K-salary while also having a total fortune of approximately $5 million.

Cuomo was married to Kerry Kennedy from 1990 up until 2005. Before separating, they had three children. He now lives on the New York Executive Mansion in Albany, which has a tennis court, a swimming pool, and a gym, among many other amenities. Up until 2019, he was in a relationship with Sandra Lee.

Ilhan Omar: Politician – $2.15 Million

Since 2019, Ilhan Omar has been serving as a United States Representative for the 5th district of Minnesota. Today, she is estimated to have a total net worth as high as $2.15 million. She was born in Somalia in 1982, so without a doubt, Omar has come a long way.

She’s only 38 years old, yet already, she has accomplished so much. It’s safe to say that she’s now going to be starting a new household, as she recently got married to her third husband, Tim Mynett, in March 2020. That same year, she joined a live stream playing Among Us, with other co-workers, aiming to encourage people to vote.

Dana Perino - $6 Million

Dana Perino is a political analyst who made her name by working at the White House as the Press Secretary during George W. Bush's second tenure. This made her the second female press secretary in White House history, after Dee Dee Myers, to serve under Clinton's administration.

Perino brought her expertise to the broadcast industry when she started working as an analyst for "Fox News" while co-hosting "The Five." Later on, she began hosting her own program, "The Daily Briefing with Dana Perino." Her $6 million net worth isn't surprising considering she's also a publishing executive at Random House and since 2021 has been co-hosting the show "America's Newsroom."

Jeanine Pirro - $12 Million

With $12 million in the bank, Jeanine Pirro has had a pretty fast-paced life and career. The conservative TV host and the author has served as a New York State judge before hosting the legal and current affairs show "Justice with Judge Jeanine." She is also a record-setter and became the first female district attorney for Westchester County.

At one point, she even ran for senate against Hillary Clinton but eventually pulled out and pursued the post of New York Attorney General. She lost that election to Andrew Cuomo. In 2018 she became the host of "Liars, Leakers, and Liberals," and in 2022 joined the co-host panel on "The Five."

Harris Faulkner - $6 Million

Harris Faulkner has been making some big moves in the broadcast industry. She had been working for the Fox News channel since 2005 and built her reputation as a hard-hitting reporter as the anchor of the daily daytime show "The Faulkner Focus." For Faulkner, it all started as a writer with LA Weekly.

She moved to TV with KCOP-TV in Los Angeles and followed this with a few more roles at small TV networks before her big move to Fox. After launching her own franchise of political shows and winning multiple Emmy awards for Best News Special and Best Newscaster, it's no wonder that Faulkner is reportedly worth $6 million.

Brianna Keilar - $8 Million

Brianna Keilar came all the way from Australia to become an American political analyst. She has since become one of CNN's top commentators after joining in 2006 with $8 million in her bank to show for it. She cut her teeth as a correspondent for the White House and a Congressional correspondent for CNN.

She has hosted these include CNN Right Now with Brianna Keilar, and, in 2022, she continued working as the co-anchor for the show New Day with John Berman. Before CNN, she worked for CBS, and since 2019 she has been writing a column called "Home Front," writing from her perspective as a military wife.

Nicolle Wallace - $3 Million

Nicolle Wallace is best known for hosting MSNBC's "Deadline: White House." The series was created specifically because of her political nouse and connections, built from years on the campaign trail with George W. Bush and John McCain.

She has hosted the ABC talk show The View and, as an MSNBC and NBC News expert, has also contributed to shows like "Today," "The 11th Hour with Brian Williams," and "Morning Joe." Over and above her work as an anchor, she has also authored several political books, including "Eighteen Acres," "It's Classified," and "Madam President." Thanks to all her hard work, she is worth $3 million.

Joe Scarborough - $25 Million

If ever there was a guy made for political analysis, it's Joe Scarborough. A lawyer by qualification, he also built a career in politics, serving in the house of representatives United States House of Representatives from 1995 to 2001. But he resigned from the position to spend more with his children.

This led him first back into law, and in 2003, he made his TV debut on a show called "Scarborough Country" on MSNBC. He eventually teamed with his wife, Mika Brzezinski, on the breakfast show "Morning Joe," which he still hosts in 2022. Reportedly worth $25 million, part of his fortune comes from radio and publishing several books.

Ana Navarro - $3 Million

She may have been born in Nicaragua, but Ana Navarro has been making waves in America as a political commentator and strategist for years. The strategist part comes from for the Republican Party on several campaigns, including the Gubernatal campaign of Jeb Bush.

She built a reputation as a political commentator when she started doing it for ABC news. She also did similar work for CNN and CNN en Español and appeared regularly on the hard-hitting panel show "The View." For which she landed an Emmy nomination in 2020. With $3 million in the bank, Navarro is undoubtedly doing well for herself.

Karine Jean-Pierre – $14 Million

The daughter of Haitian immigrants living in the United States, Karine Jean-Pierre started her political career by working as the director of legislative and budget affairs for the American politician James Gennaro. Shortly after, she joined the presidential campaign of John Edwards, who ran for the White House in 2004. In 2021, she was chosen by Joe Biden to become the White House Deputy Press Secretary.

In 2022, Jean-Pierre continued to climb the ladder of success and was chosen to replace Jen Psaki as the 35th White House Press Secretary. All things combined, this French-born up-and-coming politician managed to save an impressive fortune of $14 million.

Ben Carson – $30 Million

Ben Carson is a very famous and successful neurosurgeon who overcame varied personal difficulties to become one of the best in his field. He gained fame for being the first neurosurgeon to successfully separate conjoined twins who had the misfortune of being joined at the back of the head.

Carson is currently the U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; however, if you think he was born into a life of privilege, think again. Ben grew up in poverty even though he is now a wealthy man with a net worth of around $30 million - a self-made man through and through.