William “Cold-Cash” Jefferson was sentenced today to 13 years in jail for corruption. Jefferson’s sentence was the harshest ever handed out to a former lawmaker.
Here’s a great 2006 campaign ad by candidate William Jefferson:
“I have never taken a bribe from anyone.”
Of course, he was lying:
Jefferson was found guilty of 11 of 16 corruption charges in August by a federal jury.
Previously:
Video Captures Democrat Jefferson Taking $100,000 Bribe
Cold Cash Jefferson Indicted
Instant Classic!… Jason Mattera Asks “Cold Cash” Jefferson the Best Way to Stuff $90K into a Freezer!
Dem Rep William “Cold Cash” Jefferson Guilty on 11 of 16 Charges