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Nov 2019
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Scandal 50: Jack Abramoff

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In 2004, Jack Abramoff was on top of the lobbying game. He was also bilking his own clients out of millions of dollars. By January of 2006, he pled guilty to mail fraud, conspiracy, wire fraud, and tax evasion. But the most surprising part is where Abramoff is now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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