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Family, ex-politicians write letters supporting Dennis Hastert

Former colleagues have written letters asking a judge to spare the ex-Speaker prison in his hush-money case, according to court documents.

Former U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Dennis Hastert arrives for an appearance in federal court in Chicago June 9, 2015. (Photo by Andrew Nelles/Reuters)
Former U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Dennis Hastert arrives for an appearance in federal court in Chicago June 9, 2015.REUTERS

Phil Helsel