In 2023, the total lobbying spending in the United States amounted to 4.22 billion U.S. dollars. In 2022, the total lobbying spending was around 4.11 billion U.S. dollars.
Ranging in topics, there is also significant foreign interest in the United States which can result in varying foreign entities, or foreign principles, making attempts to influence U.S. policy. Any efforts made outside of the U.S. to lobby must register with the Department of Justice. In 2023, the government of Liberia spent the most on lobbying in the U.S., with total spending having reached over 110 million that year.
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