The powerful millionaires hiding in plain sight
They own car dealerships, law firms, dental practices, and restaurant chains. Collectively, these overlooked business owners hold far more wealth than the Forbes 400 — and wield considerable political power.
They own car dealerships, law firms, dental practices, and restaurant chains. Collectively, these overlooked business owners hold far more wealth than the Forbes 400 — and wield considerable political power.
Source: NPR. Read the original report: https://www.npr.org/sections/planet-money/2026/09/14/g-s1-143041/the-powerful-millionaires-hiding-in-plain-sight
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