I meant getting into a top 14 law school and then going into public service of government work. I would not get an MPP unless it was cheap or free. There are many ways to get into politics without a JD or any other masters degree, if you’re concerned about expenses. Start in a government job in DC and work your way up. There’s a job-listing website for government jobs. Many are entry level.
But a JD is a great way to go for PI or government work if you go to a school with loan forgiveness, because law school teaches a great way to think. If you decide to go this route, however, I’d take some business or corporate classes too, economics. Because those are important skills to have if you go into government work. Another approach is to take a JD at a top law school and work in a big corporate firm for 2 years (to pay off loans) also provides great insight into business. IMO a good understanding of business and the economy are really important for running government well. Many attorneys who intend to work in government or public interest work or academics have also worked in corporate law firms. It’s an important skill set.