Who funds pork-barrel projects?

The term 'pork-barrel' is derogatory and refers to government spending on projects that are not necessarily in the best interests of the country as a whole, but rather are designed to benefit a particular group or region of the population. While all levels of government can engage in pork-barrel spending, it is often associated with the national government. In cases of 'pork-barrel' projects, the funding typically comes from the national budget and is allocated based on political considerations, rather than strictly on the basis of need or economic feasibility.