U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles’ campaign finance picture has suddenly become very relatable. As many American households struggle to juggle rising gas prices and record-high credit card payments, an April 15 financial report shows the third-term Republican barely keeping his own campaign accounts solvent, leaving legal bills unpaid and spending big on travel and dining. Ogles netted just under $30,000 this quarter, reporting a $85,000 balance against $70,000 in debt — the congressional equivalent of living paycheck to paycheck. 

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