The concept of the power elite was developed by the American sociologist C. Wright Mills in his influential work *The Power Elite* (1956). Mills argued that in modern industrial societies, particularly in the United States, power is not evenly distributed among the population. Instead, it is concentrated in the hands of a relatively small group of individuals who occupy commanding positions in the major institutions of society. These individuals collectively form the "power elite" and possess the ability to shape national policies, influence public opinion, and determine the direction of economic, political, and military affairs. According to Mills, the power elite consists primarily of leaders from three dominant institutional spheres: the political leadership, the corporate or economic elite, and the military establishment. These groups are interconnected through common educational backgrounds, social networks, family ties, exclusive clubs, and shared interests. Their close relationships enable them to coordinate decisions and protect their collective interests, often without significant public scrutiny. The political elite includes top government officials, cabinet