Lawmakers spend big on home state science projects

Science 2026

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Authors: Jeffrey D. Mervis
DOI: 10.1126/science.aeg1219
Cited by: 0

Abstract

Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell, king of congressional earmarks, steers $165 million to his alma maters.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Research Science and Academia Political Influence and Corporate Strategies Science and Science Education

Publication details

Journal / source
Science
Volume
391
Issue
6785
Pages
540–540
Publication date
5 February 2026
Language
EN