For Release: Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661

COSTELLO STATEMENT REGARDING ARREST OF ILLINOIS GOVERNOR ROD BLAGOJEVICH

Washington - Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) issued the following statement today regarding the arrest this morning of Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich and his Chief of Staff John Harris:

“I have read the press release issued by U.S. Attorney Patrick J. Fitzgerald detailing some of the events and charges that led to the arrest today of Governor Blagojevich. These are very serious charges, and we must allow the legal process to go forward. The people of Illinois will be best served if this matter is considered in a timely and efficient manner.”

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