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A number of US politicians have been convicted for bribery. Some of the most notable include John Jenrette, Richard Kelly, Buz Lukens and Frank Thompson.

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Some US politicians who have been convicted for bribery include former congressman William Jefferson and former mayor of New Orleans Ray Nagin. Both were found guilty of accepting bribes in exchange for political favors.

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