Question

Rather than raise their own salaries, members of Congress often

a) Ask State legislatures to increase their expense accounts.
b) Use campaign donations to cover expenses.
c) Give themselves more fringe benefits.
d) Ask the President to set their salaries.

Answer 1

Members of Congress do not raise their own salaries, as there are restrictions in place to prevent them from doing so.

Step-by-step explanation:

Members of Congress do not raise their own salaries. Instead, there are restrictions in place that prevent them from doing so. Amendment XXVII prohibits members from raising their salaries in the current session, and congressional votes on pay increases do not take effect until the next session of Congress. Additionally, legislators may seek outside employment to supplement their income from legislative work.