Trump-linked Lobbying Firms Dramatically Increase Q1 2025 Revenues

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In Q1 2025, Trump-affiliated lobbying firms like Ballard Partners and Mercury Public Affairs experienced a massive surge in profits, with Ballard Partners increasing revenues from $4.4M to $14.4M. The firms added over 120 new clients, including major corporations like JPMorgan Chase, Chevron, and Netflix, highlighting the lucrative ‘revolving door’ between the Trump administration and lobbying industry.

Sources & Citations

[1] Trump-linked lobbyists are having a hopping good time · Apr 22, 2025 Tier 1

[2] Trump Allies Cash In: Lobbying Firms With Administration Ties Report Surge in Revenues · Apr 22, 2025 Tier 2

[3] Lobbying Firm with Close Ties to Trump Poised to Profit from New Administration · Apr 22, 2025 Tier 1

[4] Trump-connected lobbying firm Ballard Partners rakes in $14M in first quarter · Apr 22, 2025 Tier 2

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The Cascade Ledger. “Trump-linked Lobbying Firms Dramatically Increase Q1 2025 Revenues.” The Capture Cascade Timeline, April 22, 2025. https://capturecascade.org/event/2025-04-22--trump-linked-lobbyists-are-having-a-hopping-good-time/