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University Council agrees to revoke speaker’s degree

By Alexander Chettiath | May 5, 2016

University Council unanimously approved to revoke the honorary law degree awarded to former U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert at its meeting Wednesday.Hastert admitted to sexually abusing teenagers decades ago when he coached high school wrestling in...

Former Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert comments on state budget issues

By Shaun Zinck | November 29, 2010

Former Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert was at NIU Monday, speaking to a political science class. After his presentation, Hastert spoke with the media and gave his opinion on the recent election night and issues facing the country. Hastert said, incoming...

U.S. Rep Foster loses seat to Republican lawmaker

By Associated Press | November 3, 2010

Democratic U.S. Rep. Bill Foster has been defeated by Republican Randy Hultgren in Illlinois’ 14th congressional district.With 76 percent of precincts reporting, Hultgren had 51 percent of the votes on Tuesday and Foster had about 45 percent.The 14th...

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University Council agrees to revoke speaker’s degree

Former Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert comments on state budget issues

U.S. Rep Foster loses seat to Republican lawmaker

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