Prosecutors seek to cut years off lobbyist Abramoff's prison term

Thursday, August 28, 2008

WASHINGTON -- The Justice Department on Wednesday recommended a dramatic reduction in the prison sentence of imprisoned lobbyist Jack Abramoff, who became the key witness against lawmakers and congressional aides he spent years corrupting.

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