Rep. Young Kim is seeking to expand House earmark disclosure rules to cover immediate family members and indirect financial benefits, arguing that existing safeguards leave room for lawmakers to enrich their families. The article also cites past earmarks involving Stephen Lynch and Tim Kaine, including explanations from Kaine’s spokesperson.
Senator whose prior university earmarks are discussed
ALSO MENTIONED Anne Holton, Former Virginia education secretary identified as Kaine’s wife; Dennis Hastert, Former House Speaker cited in a historical earmark example
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Senator whose prior university earmarks are discussed
ALSO MENTIONED Anne Holton, Former Virginia education secretary identified as Kaine’s wife; Dennis Hastert, Former House Speaker cited in a historical earmark example
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