Ethics Lawyers in US Presidencies

Salary: $151,633

Each recent U.S. President has employed two ethics counsels to ensure adherence to ethical standards. One lawyer with President Obama earned $123,406 in 2016, highlighting their financial compensation for maintaining integrity in White House operations.

Under President Trump, ethics attorneys saw a salary increase, continuing the trend of legal expertise being highly valued. One attorney transitioned from the US Agency for International Development, facing a demanding role amidst the complexities of governance.