On the recordJanuary 20, 2009
President Obama wants to eliminate earmarks, particularly in the stimulus.
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congress.govPresident Obama wants to eliminate earmarks, particularly in the stimulus.
LaHood states Obama's goal to remove earmarks from the stimulus package.
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