Congress can grant a sum of money, in this case the rather paltry 342 million, as part of its discretionary spending. The US government does not fund the olympics. We are one of only three countries that does not.
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As the Salt Lake City Olympics was held in the United States, the one time grant was appropriate because when the Olympics are held in a country it advances that country's standing and prestige. The Los Angeles Olympics probably cost even more.
http://thenewcivilrightsmovement.co...t-up-about-uniforms/politics/2012/07/13/43557
As the Salt Lake City Olympics was held in the United States, the one time grant was appropriate because when the Olympics are held in a country it advances that country's standing and prestige. The Los Angeles Olympics probably cost even more.