The moment a congressman’s career ends, his service to the public should, in theory, be complete. His time as a steward of the people’s trust should conclude with a record of upholding national interest over personal gain. But in Washington, careers don’t end—they simply transition from the public sector to the private, often in the most lucrative way possible. The so-called "revolving door" between government and the defense industry is not just an open secret; it is a machine of power, profit, and quiet corruption. A recent investigation reveals nearly 700 instances of former high-ranking DoD and other government officials now working at the top 20 defense contractors, highlighting the urgent need to close this revolving door for ex-government and military officials hired to executive board and lobbyist positions at large defense contractors.