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Congress trip on affordability included Ferrari, Champagne visits

Original: A congressional staff trip focused on affordability and taxes was set to include visits to a Ferrari factory, luxury bra

A congressional staff trip billed as focused on affordability and taxes was set to include stops at a Ferrari factory, luxury brands in Italy and wineries in France's Champagne region, a draft itinerary obtained by NBC News shows. House Speaker Mike Johnson's office says the trip has since been canceled.

Why now: The contrast between an affordability-themed trip and luxury destinations drew criticism and attention.

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• A congressional staff trip focused on affordability and taxes was set to include visits to a Ferrari factory, luxury brands in Italy and France’s Champagne region, according to a draft itinerary obtained by NBC News. House Speaker Mike Johnson’s office says the trip was canceled · NBCNews · 168

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