Richard C. Shelby

Richard C. Shelby

politician United States

Richard C. Shelby is a retired U.S. Senator from Alabama, known for his influential role in federal spending and earmark politics over his 36-year career. Renowned for securing billions in federal funds for his state, Shelby was considered one of the last great pork barrel politicians in Congress before retiring in 2022. His legacy continues to influence Alabama's political landscape, particularly as current politicians, like his successor Katie Britt, grapple with the implications of spending cuts initiated by President Trump.

Born on Feb 06, 1936 (89 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
59,813
Power
3,795$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 7.00 0.02% +0% 331,002,651 59,813 $21,000,000 3,795$
Totals 1 331,002,651 59,813 $21,000,000 3,795$
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United States United States: Senator Richard C. Shelby retired in 2022 at age 88 as one of the last big-time pork barrel legends in Congress. 7

The New York Times: Republicans Love Trump’s Spending Cuts. Just Not in Their States.