Blagojevich Returns To Chicago After Trump Commutes Prison Sentence

The transcript discusses the release of former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich after President Trump commuted his 14-year sentence. Blagojevich was sentenced in 2011 for political corruption, including attempting to sell Barack Obama's Senate seat. He served eight years before his release, which sparked mixed reactions and political debate, particularly among Republicans and Democrats.

What event led to Rod Blagojevich's return to Chicago?

• He was found not guilty on appeal.

• His sentence was commuted by President Trump.

• He was granted parole.

• He completed his full sentence.

What was one of the charges against Rod Blagojevich?

• Embezzlement of state funds

• Attempting to sell a Senate seat

• Bribery of a federal judge

• Tax evasion

How many years did Rod Blagojevich serve before his sentence was commuted?

• Twelve years

• Ten years

• Eight years

• Four years

Which political party did Rod Blagojevich belong to?

• Libertarian

• Independent

• Democrat

• Republican

What was the reaction of many Republicans to the commutation?

• They initiated a campaign for further commutations.

• They protested against it.

• They were indifferent.

• They supported it wholeheartedly.