Richest 400 Americans' net worth jumps 13 percent to $1.7 trillion: Forbes | Reuters

Richest 400 Americans' net worth jumps 13 percent to $1.7 trillion: Forbes | Reuters: (Reuters) - "The net worth of the richest Americans grew by 13 percent in the past year to $1.7 trillion, Forbes magazine said on Wednesday, and a familiar cast of characters once again populated the top of the magazine's annual list of the U.S. uber-elite, including Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, Larry Ellison and the Koch brothers."

"But the 13 percent growth in the wealth of the richest Americans far outpaced that of the economy overall, helping widen the chasm between rich and poor." (My selection)

A bunch of white males (my comment)

That is why people are revolting; only the middle class is suppose to tighten its belt while the rich get richer and protect their interests with the aid of the police, CIA, NSA and military; and these organizations are paid by the people's taxes. (my comment)