Congressman who lied to the FBI about receiving foreign funds avoids jail time

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The judge said a mitigating factor was letters from his wife and kids who said he's really a good guy (a political opponent also vouched for him).

Gee, I wonder if the average person would avoid jail time after 3 felony convictions because they are pretty nice otherwise.

Former Rep. Jeff Fortenberry avoids prison time over 3 felony convictions

Former GOP Rep. Jeff Fortenberry of Nebraska will not face jail time for lying to federal officials about taking illegal campaign funds.

rollcall.com

 

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