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Congress seeks $46 billion in earmarks amid watchdog concerns
Original: Congress seeks $46 billion in earmarks as watchdog raises concerns over projects
Members of Congress have requested roughly $46 billion in earmarks, directing federal funds toward local projects in their districts and states. The figure is drawing attention after a government watchdog raised concerns about how some of the projects were selected and whether they meet standards for transparency and merit. The requests, part of annual spending legislation, have renewed debate over the return of pork-barrel spending and oversight of congressional pet projects.
Why now: Watchdog criticism of the unusually large earmark requests has put a fresh spotlight on congressional spending practices.
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