Blunt's Ties To The Special Interests Including Jack Abramoff

Blunt is notorious for his ties to the special interests in Washington.  His behavior has proven embarassing to fellow members of the GOP caucus on more than one occasion.

Just days after ascending to the #3 leadership post in the House, Blunt got caught slipping in a special provision to benefit Phillip Morris, a longtime contrbutor to Blunt, and the employer of his then-girlfriend, Abigail Perlman.

He has also be caught up in scandals involving Westar, and has numerous ties to the scandal-plagued DeLay fundraising operation.

Blunt has also been know to do major favors for UPS, and has received large contributions and other favors in return. 

In addition, Blunt has performed numerous official acts that favored Jack Abramoff and his Indian gaming clients.