Someone who intervenes with authorities for a person in trouble (usually using underhand or illegal methods for a fee)
1He liked Tom Daschle, but Daschle had become a Washington influence peddler.
2Mr Romney accused Mr Gingrich of being an " influence peddler" in Washington.
3You're an influence peddler and you spread rumors for a living. Massimo shrugged, because he didn't think he was insulting me.
4Fred Black, a Washington influence peddler and close Rosselli friend, was among those certain that Santo Trafficante had ordered the hit.
5Everyone knows Washington is a swamp filled with snakes and influence peddlers.
6Fundraisers are frequently held at the ballpark, often attracting a who's-who of Washington influence peddlers.
7Weapon shops and influence peddlers, and quiet parlours where destinies can be adjusted and reputations restored.
8The Occidental was abuzz with the jawing of politicos, reporters, flacks, power brokers, and industry influence peddlers.