Former Rep. Chris Collins Sentenced To 26 Months In Prison

Collins was sentenced to 26 months in prison for insider trading, pleading guilty to false statements and conspiracy to commit securities fraud. Prosecutors recommended nearly five years in prison. He also received a $200,000 fine and a year of supervised probation. After his release, Jeffrey Berman emphasized the importance of accountability for elected officials. Collins resigned from Congress before his guilty plea, avoiding additional charges like securities and wire fraud.

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