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Often, lawmakers combine trips to war zones with visits to more tranquil spots. In February, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi led a delegation of Democratic lawmakers to visit U.S. troops in Afghanistan for a day. Before landing in Kabul, the eight lawmakers and their entourage of spouses and aides spent eight days in Italy, spending $57,697 on hotels and meals.
More disgusting details of Congressional travel waste:
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124650399438184235.html
More disgusting details of Congressional travel waste:
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124650399438184235.html