When a member of Congress adds an extra, favored expenditure for his district to a bill, he is:
A) always paying back a contributor.
B) setting aside his constituents' money.
C) allotting economic development funds.
D) earmarking the spending.

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Earmarking is the act of adding an extra, favored expenditure for a particular district or project to a bill. It allows a member of Congress to direct specific funds towards a desired cause or organization in their district. This practice is often criticized for favoring certain interest groups or projects over others and can lead to pork barrel spending.

When a Member of Congress Adds an Extra, Favored Expenditure