Articles About Impeachment
- 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. […]
- 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.” […]
- Author:
- Tom Silva
- Posted:
- 08.10.2010
Legendary Political Commentator Dan Schorr Dies at Age 93
Legendary newscaster and elder statesman of political commentary Daniel Schorr died recently at age 93 following a brief illness. Schorr, who spent the last 25 years of his long career as a senior news analyst with National Public Radio (NPR), aired his final broadcast on Saturday, July 10. A journalist for more than 60 years, […]