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February 21, 2008

FOLO – Motions hearing, day 2: the motion to dismiss counts 2,3, and 4 is denied.

Motions hearing, day 2: the motion to dismiss counts 2,3, and 4 is denied. After a brief recess after 11:00, the judge overruled the motion to dismiss, citing a couple of Fifth Circuit case as controlling. The statute did not require the government to prove the bribe would have a demonstrable effect on federal funds.…
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February 21, 2008

FOLO – Trent Lott possibly to testify on DeLaughter bribe accusation!

Trent Lott possibly to testify on DeLaughter bribe accusation! There are reasons to think that the government does not yet have a deal with Ed Peters, by the way. In pre-hearing discussions, Keker told the government he would like to have witnesses available to testify about this, particularly Langston and Peters. The prosecution told Keker…