Pennsylvania Supreme Court justice in courtroom for brother's federal sentencing for theft, bribery
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John Dougherty, a former Philadelphia labor leader, is being sentenced for bribing a City Council member and stealing nearly $600,000 from the union he ran. His brother, Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice Kevin Dougherty, was present in the courtroom. Dougherty was convicted in December of embezzlement, conspiracy, and other counts. He used the electricians' union as his personal bank account and source of jobs for family and friends. Prosecutors argued for a lengthy prison term, while Dougherty's supporters testified about his charitable works and union advocacy. The sentencing is expected to be handed down later today.

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