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11/12 http://www.reuters.com/article/politicsNews/idUSTRE4AB8KG20081112 Appeals court upholds Jefferson charges Dear "Why aren't they going after Jefferson?!?!?"-guy: they are. And now the man gets due process. If, like Stevens, he's convicted by a jury of his peers, calls for his resignation will be heartily supported. \_ LOL. \_ it's teh 'lolz', not lol. |
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www.reuters.com/article/politicsNews/idUSTRE4AB8KG20081112 William Jefferson, clearing the way for the Louisiana Democrat to stand trial on bribery charges involving $90,000 found in his freezer. The ruling by a panel of the US appeals court in Richmond, Virginia, rejected the Louisiana Democrat's arguments the indictment must be dismissed because the grand jury improperly considered his legislative actions as evidence. He was accused last year of soliciting millions of dollars in bribes from a dozen companies while using his office to broker business deals in Africa. In a search of his home, FBI agents said they found $90,000 in bribe money in a freezer. Jefferson, a member of Congress since 1991 whose district includes New Orleans, has pleaded not guilty. Hurricane Gustav delayed the Democratic primary until November 4 and Jefferson won. He is favored to win the general election on December 6 His lawyers argued the indictment unconstitutionally infringed on his privileges as a lawmaker, but the appeals court upheld a federal judge's decision that the grand jury did not improperly consider any legislative material. Cheneys to host Bidens on Thursday at residence Help us advance this story. Provide relevant links or share your insights using our comment box. Please be considerate and help us by reporting any abuse you find. Reuters will delete comments that don't meet community standards. A partially submerged cross is reflected in flood waters during the 90th anniversary of Armistice Day commemorations at the National Memorial Arboretum in Alrewas, central England, November 11, 2008. REUTERS/Darren Staples Slideshow Slideshow A selection of our best photos from the past 24 hours. What the world wants from Obama From Baghdad to Gaza to Beijing and beyond, citizens from around the world issue their own video postcards to the President-elect. com, video, mobile, and interactive television platforms. Thomson Reuters journalists are subject to an Editorial Handbook which requires fair presentation and disclosure of relevant interests. |