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More Questions about Schock’s Spending

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The Associated Press said it's uncovered more questionable spending by Congressman Aaron Schock

Congressman Aaron Schock (R-IL) spent taxpayer money and campaign funds on private planes to fly around the country on aircraft owned by some of his donors.

Information about the flights was uncovered during an Associated Press review of his expense records. There also were other travel and entertainment charges, including for a massage company and music concerts.

Schock's use of congressional and political funds to pay for trips on supporters' aircraft raises new questions amid an ethics inquiry already underway. The expenses include a trip for $11,400 and apparent trips before last November's elections.

Schock also faces questions over decorating expenses for his Washington office in the theme of the TV show "Downton Abbey."

His office declined to comment on his expenses Monday.