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Blagojevich Takes the Stand in His Defense

Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich took the stand in his corruption trial Thursday morning, finally deciding to tell his side of the story—and subject himself to potentially harsh cross-examination.

 

Blagojevich conviction upheld by trial judge

Blagojevich conviction upheld by trial judge

The judge who presided over Rod Blagojevich's corruption trial refused on Wednesday to throw out the conviction of the former Illinois governor on a single count of lying to investigators.

 

Blagojevich found guilty on just one of 24 counts

Blagojevich found guilty on just one of 24 counts

Jury finds former Ill. governor guilty of lying to federal agents; judge says he intends to declare a mistrial on remaining 23 counts.

 

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