Jury Deliberates in Trial of Ex-Politician Accused of Murdering Investigative Journalist

Robert Telles stands accused of killing Jeff German after the reporter's stories exposed misconduct, leading to Telles' career downfall.

The jury began deliberations after closing arguments presented by both prosecution and defense.
Prosecutors allege Telles killed German due to anger over articles that impacted his career and personal life.
Telles claims he was framed by a broad conspiracy involving colleagues and local officials.
Evidence includes DNA under German's fingernails and surveillance footage of a suspect in a disguise.
Telles faces life imprisonment if convicted of first-degree murder.