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Marjorie Taylor Greene Faces Criticism for Celebrating Funding She Voted Against

Despite opposing a government spending bill, the Georgia representative touted over $9.3 million in federal funding for her district.

  • Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has been criticized for celebrating federal funding for her district despite having voted against the bill that provided the funding.
  • The funding includes over $9.3 million for various projects in Georgia, such as airport improvements and a water treatment facility.
  • Greene's office released statements highlighting the secured funding, without mentioning her opposition to the bill.
  • At least 40 House Republicans, including Lauren Boebert, have similarly celebrated funding from bills they voted against.
  • Critics have labeled this behavior as 'vote no, take the dough,' accusing lawmakers of hypocrisy.
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