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Former Ohio House Speaker Appeals 20-Year Prison Term For $60M Corruption Scheme

  • Larry Householder was sentenced to 20 years in prison for racketeering related to a bribery scheme.
  • Prosecutors sought 16-20 years while Householder's lawyers asked for 12-18 months.
  • The scheme involved $60 million from FirstEnergy Corp to secure power and pass a nuclear plant bailout.
  • Householder has appealed the sentence and remains in county jail since being sentenced on June 29.
  • Lobbyist Matt Borges was also convicted for his role in the corruption scheme and may appeal.
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