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What are the chances of a successful Bob McDonnell appeal?

Chris Graham
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bob-mcdonnellAttorneys for former Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell are saying they will appeal his convictions on 11 counts in a federal corruption trial that has him headed to prison on Feb. 9. But what are the chances that an appeal can be successful?

Augusta Free Press editor Chris Graham and host Jim Bresnahan break down the legal case from here on WREL1450AM in Lexington, Va.

Also on the segment, Chris and Jim discuss the upcoming 2015 Virginia General Assembly session and the busy sports weekend.

 

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Chris Graham

Chris Graham

Chris Graham is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, TikTok, BlueSky, or subscribe to Substack or his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected].

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