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News Roundup: King Says Sandy Aid Shouldn't Go to 'Gucci Bags'

By Michael Catalini  //  October 31, 2012 | 8:17 a.m.

Happy Wednesday, Alley readers. Here are this morning's headlines. 

Iowa Republican Rep. Steve King wants to make sure federal aid going to people affected by Sandy isn't spent on "Gucci bags and massage parlors," Huffington Post reports.

The Hill is out with its list of top lobbyists for 2012. 
Outside spending in some tight races is outpacing that of some candidates. 
A new poll shows Tim Kaine leader George Allen by 4 points.

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