Dennis Hastert, former House speaker disgraced by molestation allegations, dies aged 84
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the House of Representatives category. Published on October 5, 2026 • Originally reported by Associated Press. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
The Republican, who was sent to prison in 2016 in a hush-money case tied to the allegations, died over the weekend
Dennis Hastert, the longest-serving Republican US House speaker, died over the weekend, a coroner said Monday. He was 84.
Hastert, who was speaker from 1999 until 2007, died of natural causes at his home, according to Jacquie Purcell, the Kendall county coroner.
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