Powell said he accompanied several lawmakers on the Ireland trip , which was sponsored by the New York American - Irish Legislators Society as a means to raise awareness of the issues that affect the Irish community .
Powell spent $1,200 of his campaign funds traveling to Ireland .
Powell said Powell accompanied several lawmakers on the Ireland trip , which was sponsored by the New York American - Irish Legislators Society as a means to raise awareness of the issues that affect the Irish community .
Powell spent $1,200 of his campaign funds traveling to Ireland .