John Edwards Charged In Felony Indictment

Former Senator and Democratic vice presidential nominee John Edwards has been indicted by a federal grand jury in North Carolina, accused of six counts–conspiracy, four counts of illegal campaign contributions, and one count of false statements. The indictment was returned Friday morning–the most dramatic step in a two year investigation into charges Edwards used campaign donations to keep his mistress out of sight during the 2008 presidential campaign.

The New York Times reports an Edwards spokeswoman said she wasn’t aware of the filing and had no immediate comment.

Developing.

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