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Martinez spent campaign money after announcing he'd skip re-election

U.S. Sen. Mel Martinez announced eight months ago that he would not seek re-election, but he has continued to spend campaign donations on consultants, staff, airfares, meals, cell phones and purchases at the Senate gift shop. Full Article at TampaBay.com | St. Petersburg Times

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