David Hawkings’ Whiteboard: How Much Do Lawmakers Get Paid?

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David Hawkings’ Whiteboard: How Much Do Lawmakers Get Paid?

By David Hawkings

Posted July 10, 2017 at 2:05pm

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Ever wonder how much a member of Congress makes? Roll Call senior editor David Hawkings takes a look at our lawmakers’ salaries— and how the number compares to the presidential salary and benefits.

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