In 2014, the net worth of the average member of Congress topped $1 million for the first time ever. While their generous salaries certainly play a role in accumulating that wealth, some make their real money on the stock market. Thanks to special access to new listings and insider information, many legislators can parlay their positions of power into a massive payday.
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