NRA seeks media outlet to dodge campaign finance rules
The NRA aims to buy a TV or radio station and seek a media exemption to spend without limits. Wayne LaPierre says the group could be treated as a news organization like Disney or Viacom, potentially allowing unrestrained political advertising. The plan includes possible funding from gun makers and other investors as it weighs legal challenges to current campaign finance limits.
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Critics Target Pork Barrels in Final Spending Bill
In a $373 billion year end package Congress faces criticism for pork barrel projects. Iowa seeks $50 million for a Coralville rainforest dome while Nevada aims $225,000 to repair a Sparks pool linked to Rep. Jim Gibbons. Illinois backs a historic mule barn restoration and Texas backs an oil museum. Senate foes warn deficits rise.
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