Alleged sex abuse victim may testify at Dennis Hastert's sentencing
The former speaker of the House pleaded guilty in October to violating bank laws by seeking to pay $3.5 million in hush money
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Former House speaker's attorney reveals new details about client's health in hearing ahead of sentencing for hush-money case
Ex-Speaker Dennis Hastert recovering from a stroke
His attorney said Hastert suffered a stroke in early November, shortly after pleading guilty to a felony charge
Portrait of ex-Speaker Dennis Hastert taken down at Capitol
Just days after Hastert pleaded guilty to a felony charge, Speaker Paul Ryan removed Hastert's portrait
Will Dennis Hastert's portrait keep its place of honor in Capitol?
The former House speaker agreed to a plea deal Wednesday for a felony charge involving banking laws
Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert has pleaded guilty in a hush-money case and will serve up to six months in prison
Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert has pleaded guilty in a hush-money case and will serve up to six months in prison. CBS News correspondent Dean Reynolds joins CBSN with details.
Hastert pleads guilty in $3.5 million hush-money case
Former House speaker enters plea in deal over charges of evading banking laws, lying to FBI
Former House speaker to plead guilty in hush money case
Dennis Hastert, who is charged with violating banking laws and lying to the FBI, is expected to plead guilty on October 28
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The former House speaker is accused of lying to FBI and breaking banking laws in GOP hush money case
Dennis Hastert's attorney calls leaks in case "unconscionable"
Prosecutors and lawyers in the Hastert case appeared in court Thursday for a status hearing
Attorneys want to keep some evidence secret in Hastert case
Federal prosecutors say the government materials in the case include "sensitive information"
Hastert, feds agree judge should be kept on case
Despite a possible conflict of interest, Judge Thomas Durkin will continue to preside over the former House Speaker's case
He faces federal charges stemming from his alleged attempts to cover up past sexual misconduct
Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert appeared in federal court Tuesday for his arraignment. He's pleading not guilty to federal charges stemming from his alleged attempts to cover up past sexual misconduct with a former student. Dean Reynolds reports.
Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert pleaded not guilty to charges involving lying to authorities and structuring bank withdrawals to hide large payments
Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert pleaded not guilty to charges involving lying to authorities and structuring bank withdrawals to hide large payments. Dean Reynolds reports.
Dennis Hastert pleads not guilty to hush money charges
The former House speaker appeared in federal court Tuesday to plead not guilty to two charges related to alleged efforts to conceal sexual misconduct
He is expected to enter a plea
Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert will appear before a federal judge in Chicago Tuesday. He is expected to enter a plea relating to federal charges that stem from Hastert's alleged efforts to conceal sexual misconduct against a young male student decades ago. Dean Reynolds reports on why Hastert might want to avoid a trial.
Going to trial may be too risky for Dennis Hastert
Former House Speaker debating plea over federal charges that stem from his alleged efforts to conceal sexual misconduct against a young male
Who has Dennis Hastert hired to defend him?
The former House speaker is under fire for alleged sexual assault and will be arraigned Tuesday for breaking federal banking laws
Scandal reveals different side of man known as a mentor
Amid growing sex-abuse scandal, those who knew former House Speaker Dennis Hastert say he was known for his values
Former Rep. Mel Watt denies knowing about Hastert misconduct
The former congressman did acknowledge he heard a "rumor" years ago
Arraignment scheduled for Dennis Hastert
The former House speaker was indicted last week in a case involving "hush money" and accusations of sexual misconduct
Wheaton College changes the name of Dennis Hastert Center
The former House speaker's alma mater changes the name of its economics and government center, following Hastert's indictment
Hastert indictment raises questions over 2006 Capitol Hill scandal
Hastert was investigated as Speaker after former Congressman Mark Foley got caught sending inappropriate messages to House pages
Federal law enforcement sources tell CBS News the allegations of sexual misconduct against former House Speaker Dennis Hastert involve a male student and date back more than 30 years
Federal law enforcement sources tell CBS News the allegations of sexual misconduct against former House Speaker Dennis Hastert involve a male student and date back more than 30 years. Hastert has yet to respond publicly to allegations that he paid hush money to keep the alleged misconduct a secret. Julianna Goldman reports.
Sexual misconduct allegations shock Capitol Hill
Law enforcement sources say hush money accusations against former House speaker involve misconduct with male student
Still no deal in truce talks as Israel downplays chances of ending war
An adviser to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told CBS News that "the end of the war will come with the end of Hamas in Gaza."
Hundreds rescued in Houston; flood watch affects millions in Texas, Oklahoma
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Anti-war protesters interrupt University of Michigan graduation
Protesters chanted anti-war messages and waved Palestinian flags and Israeli flags during the University of Michigan's commencement Saturday.
Police investigate multiple bomb threats against New York City synagogues
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3 bodies found in Mexican region where Australian, American surfers went missing
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Frank Stella, artist known for his pioneering work in minimalism, dies at 87
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Detective's affair exposed during wife's murder investigation
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Police fatally shot student after he pointed pellet rifle at them, DOJ says
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5 men impersonating police officers charged in 2006 kidnapping, murder
Federal prosecutors said the men used fake badges, police lights and firearms to rob and kidnap Shamari Taylor for drug money.
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Detective's affair exposed during wife's murder investigation
Brian Fanion says he and his wife Amy Fanion had been arguing about his retirement plans when she picked up his service weapon and shot herself. Investigators did not believe his story.
Frank Stella, artist known for his pioneering work in minimalism, dies at 87
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Mystik Dan wins 150th Kentucky Derby in stunning photo finish
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5 men impersonating police officers charged in 2006 kidnapping, murder
Federal prosecutors said the men used fake badges, police lights and firearms to rob and kidnap Shamari Taylor for drug money.
Horses must be healthy to race. This clinic makes sure their caretakers are, too.
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Berkshire Hathaway has first annual meeting since Charlie Munger's death
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Walgreens limits Gummy Mango candy sales to one bag per customer
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Trump Media's auditor is charged with "massive fraud" by the SEC
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Employers added 175,000 jobs last month, marking a hiring slowdown
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Alabama Supreme Court declines to revisit controversial frozen embryo ruling
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CIA director in Egypt for high-stakes Israeli hostage, cease-fire talks
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Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and wife indicted on federal bribery charges
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Former government employee charged with making false Jan. 6 accusations
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CDC says bird flu viruses "pose pandemic potential," cites major knowledge gaps
The Texas dairy worker infected by H5N1 "did not disclose the name of their workplace," frustrating investigators.
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Halle Berry joins senators to announce menopause legislation
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UnitedHealth Group CEO reports cyberattack
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London mayor wins historic third term
Sadiq Khan, the Labour Party's mayor of London, has romped to victory, securing a record third straight term at City Hall, on another hugely disappointing day for the U.K.'s governing Conservatives ahead of a looming general election.
Still no deal in truce talks as Israel downplays chances of ending war
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At least 14 killed after flood and landslide hit Indonesia's Sulawesi island
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Canadian police made 3 arrests in slaying of Sikh separatist leader
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Renowned artist Frank Stella dies at 87
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Kevin Spacey addresses new allegations of inappropriate behavoir
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New nuclear reactor comes online in Georgia
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Detective's affair exposed during wife's murder investigation
Brian Fanion says he and his wife Amy Fanion had been arguing about his retirement plans when she picked up his service weapon and shot herself. Investigators did not believe his story.
5 men impersonating police officers charged in 2006 kidnapping, murder
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Wisconsin police fatally shot student after he pointed pellet rifle at them, state DOJ says
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Detective searches gunshot residue testing site days before wife killed
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