Corrupt Democrat Rep. William Jefferson Indicted
The media is mostly covering the Scooter Libby trial, but the Democrats’ own “culture of corruption” should get at least as much attention as the Republican scandals.
The New York Times buried this story, but here it is.
U.S. Democratic Rep. William Jefferson, accused of hiding $90,000 of intended bribes in his freezer, was charged on Monday with soliciting bribes and paying off a Nigerian official.
The 16-count indictment charges the Louisiana lawmaker with racketeering, soliciting bribes for himself and his family, fraud, money laundering, obstruction of justice, conspiracy and violating the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.
Jefferson, 63, a member of Congress since 1991 whose district includes New Orleans, faces a maximum of 235 years in prison if convicted. His lawyer said Jefferson was innocent and would fight the charges.