Court reverses former Nebraska US Rep. Jeff Fortenberry's conviction for lying to federal authorities

The charges stemmed from an illegal campaign contribution in 2016 by a foreign national at a Los Angeles fundraiser; resignation prompted by pressure from congressional leaders.

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