A trial one prosecutor called "likely the largest bribery, money-laundering scheme ever perpetrated against the people of the state of Ohio" is set to begin this week. Former Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder is accused of trading legislation for campaign cash, and his case will be tried in Cincinnati.
Jury selection begins Jan. 20. On Cincinnati Edition, we discuss the evidence in the case and Householder's defense.
Guests:
- Laura Bischoff, reporter, USA Today Network Ohio Bureau
- Andy Chow, news editor, Ohio Public Radio and Television Statehouse News Bureau
Listen to Cincinnati Edition live at noon M-F. Audio for this segment will be uploaded after 4 p.m. ET.
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