The Times has the latest on ethics issues surrounding South Carolina Gov. Sanford. The attorney general’s office investigated reports that Mr. Sanford, a Republican, used state aircraft for personal and political reasons, bought business-class tickets in violation of state travel policy and failed to account for small amounts of campaign money. The issues arose after […]
Month: May 2010
“Scandal” hits the Hill on Congressional travel expenses
The Washington Times discusses the recent controversy regarding Members of Congress’ unused travel expenses. When lawmakers travel overseas on official business they are given up to $250 a day in taxpayer funds to cover meals and expenses. Congressional rules say they must return any leftover cash to the government. They usually don’t.
Auctioning off the governor’s portrait in Florida
Here’s the Ebay listing for a portrait of Gov. Crist that the Republican Party of Florida posted. Â Political Wire had the link here.