- Many of the members of Congress who retired or were voted out in the 2018 midterm elections have joined high-powered lobbying firms.
- This is despite a one-year ban on lobbying upon leaving office.
- While they do not engage in official lobbying activities, former members can take on consultant or advisory roles.
Many members of Congress who retire or are voted out of office have little difficulty finding new jobs. High-powered law and lobbying firms tap members of Congress to take on advisory roles until the one year ban on lobbying expires.
In 2018, many Republicans and some Democrats either retired from Congress or were voted out in a wave election. As a result, many have taken lucrative jobs at big firms.
Here's a rundown of those members who left government for the private sector this year.