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Betsy DeVos gave thousands to 18 senators who will vote on her nomination. Here’s why it shouldn’t matter

By Jason Russell
Published January 9, 2017 7:01pm ET
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Betsy DeVos gave thousands to 18 senators who will vote on her nomination. Here’s why it shouldn’t matter
DeVos has long been politically active, dating all the way back to 1980. (AP Photo/Al Goldis) | AL GOLDIS

Betsy DeVos, President-elect Trump’s selection to lead the Education Department, gave almost $90,000 combined over the last five years to Republican senators who will vote on her nomination.

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