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Updated · Fox News · Jun 26
Stephen A. Smith Questions Clinton, Obama Wealth Above $200 Million
Updated
Updated · Fox News · Jun 26

Stephen A. Smith Questions Clinton, Obama Wealth Above $200 Million

2 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jun 26

Summary

  • On his Wednesday "Straight Shooter" podcast, Stephen A. Smith challenged how Bill Clinton and Barack Obama amassed fortunes he described as reaching into the hundreds of millions.
  • Smith said he does not object to politicians getting rich in a capitalist system if Americans are prospering too, but argued that is not the current economic reality.
  • Forbes has reported Bill and Hillary Clinton earned about $240 million after leaving office, including roughly $189 million from books and $106 million from paid speeches by Bill Clinton.
  • Forbes separately estimated Obama built about $20 million during 12 years as a senator and president, putting his net worth at roughly $70 million in 2024.

Insights

As presidential fortunes grow, where is the ethical line between personal profit and public service?
From Grant’s memoirs to today's stock trades, how should rules on presidential profits adapt to modern times?
When leaders trade stocks and sign multi-million dollar deals, what safeguards can prevent conflicts of interest?