Articles About Rod Blagojevich

Author:
Tom Silva
Posted:
12.12.2011

Convicted Illinois Governor Sentenced to 14 Years

Former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich became the state’s second chief executive in a row to be sentenced to federal prison for corruption.  Blagojevich, who – among other charges was convicted of attempting to sell President Barack Obama’s Senate set to the highest bidder – was sentenced to a stiff 14-year sentence in a federal prison.  […]

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Author:
Tom Silva
Posted:
06.30.2011

Blagojevich Verdict: Guilty on 17 of 20 Counts

Disgraced former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich was found guilty of 17 of 20 corruption counts against him,  the majority for attempting to sell newly elected President Barack Obama’s Senate seat to the highest bidder.  After leaving the federal courthouse in downtown Chicago, Blagojevich said “Patti and I are obviously very disappointed.  I frankly am stunned.” […]

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