Abramoff close to giving up his “partners” in Congress
Being an incumbent just may not be a plus in 2006
elections.
Being an incumbent just may not be a plus in 2006 elections.
Federal prosecutors and lawyers for lobbyist Jack Abramoff are putting the finishing touches on a plea deal that could be announced early next week, according to people familiar with the negotiations.
The plea agreement would secure the Republican lobbyist’s testimony against several members of Congress who received favors from him or his clients.
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Abramoff’s cooperation would be a boon to an ongoing Justice Department investigation of congressional corruption, possibly helping prosecutors build criminal cases against up to 20 lawmakers of both parties and their staff members.
Old Samuel Clemens said it best -- There is no native criminal class except Congress.
Posted: Sat - December 31, 2005 at 10:59 AM