We've seen many Senators, most recently Pete Domenici, attempt to use campaign funds to pay legal fees. But, they ask if it's okay. Larry Craig didn't bother to ask:

The Ethics Committee on Wednesday admonished Craig for his actions and chastised him for failing to seek permission before he used campaign money for his legal defense — more than $213,000 so far.

“You should also take careful note that the committee will consider any further use of your campaign funds for legal expenses without the committee’s approval to be conduct demonstrating your continuing disregard of ethics requirements,” the six-member panel wrote.

Craig brushed off a question about whether he will seek the committee’s permission. “That’s already been written about,” he said.