Despite his guilty verdict on three felony counts, Rep. Jeff Fortenberry (R-NE) “does not have to give up his congressional seat,” the Omaha World-Herald reports.
“Federal law requires members of Congress to give up their seats only for crimes that are tied to treason.”
Politico: “Fortenberry faces a possible prison sentence of up to five years on each count, as well as fines.”
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