The practice of filling legislation with billions of dollars in pet projects and federal contracts is thriving on Capitol Hill, despite public outrage that helped flip control of Congress two years ago. .... Earmark winners and their lobbyists often reward their benefactors with campaign contributions. For many members of Congress, especially those on the Appropriations committees, such as Rep. John Murtha, D-Pa., donations from earmark-seeking lobbyists and corporate CEOs are the core of their fundraising. ...
Lawmakers doled out $15B to pet projects
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The practice of filling legislation with billions of dollars in pet projects and federal contracts is thriving on Capitol Hill, despite public outrage that helped flip control of Congress two years ago. .... Earmark winners and their lobbyists often reward their benefactors with campaign contributions. For many members of Congress, especially those on the Appropriations committees, such as Rep. John Murtha, D-Pa., donations from earmark-seeking lobbyists and corporate CEOs are the core of their fundraising. ...
