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Dennis Hastert, ex-House speaker whose sex abuse admission upended legacy, dies at 84

The Illinois Republican helped spearhead President George W. Bush’s legislative agenda before his career ended in disgrace.

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The Washington Post· Oct 5, 3:58 PMDennis Hastert, ex-House speaker whose sex abuse admission upended legacy, dies at 84

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