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In America, the ultra-wealthy—those who belong to the top 0.1% financially—wield considerable influence. This includes high-profile individuals like Donald Trump, whose wealth affords him greater political power than many ordinary citizens. Historically, the research indicates that in 2007 there were approximately 150,000 individuals classified as oligarchs in the U.S. based on their substantial income levels.
However, merely having oligarchs does not automatically signify that the U.S. is an oligarchy. A deeper exploration into what constructs an oligarchy is necessary.