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A former Louisiana congressman who famously stashed cash in his freezer was sentenced Friday to 13 years in prison for taking hundreds of thousands in bribes in exchange for... More »
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CBS News - Nov. 13, 2009
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| Ex-Louisiana Congressman Sentenced to 13 Years |
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The sentence was far less than recommended by prosecutors, who had sought at least 27 years. Mr. Jefferson, 62, who was convicted on Aug. 5 of bribery, racketeering and money... More »
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New York Times - Nov. 13, 2009
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| US 'freezer cash' lawmaker jailed |
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Jefferson said nothing in court after he was sentenced A former US congressman famously caught with $90,000 (£54,000) in cash in his freezer, has been sentenced to 13 years... More »
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BBC - Nov. 13, 2009
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| Ex-Rep. Jefferson (D-La.) gets 13 years in freezer cash case |
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The sentence for the Lousiana Democrat fell far short of the 27 to 33 years suggested under federal sentencing guidelines, a recommendation endorsed by prosecutors. But it... More »
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Washington Post - Nov. 13, 2009
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A former Louisiana congressman who famously stashed cash in his freezer was sentenced Friday to 13 years in prison for taking hundreds of thousands in bribes in exchange for... More »
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NewsChannel 8 - Nov. 13, 2009
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