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DeWeese to run again

HARRISBURG - Longtime State Rep. Bill DeWeese (D., Greene) today announced that he is seeking another term in office even as he faces political corruption charges in the so-called Bonusgate investigation.

HARRISBURG - Longtime State Rep. Bill DeWeese (D., Greene) today announced that he is seeking another term in office even as he faces political corruption charges in the so-called Bonusgate investigation.

In a statement issued today, DeWeese didn't mention those charges except to say, "Obviously in this election I am facing unprecedented challenges.

"But as a Marine and a long-time public servant, I am well prepared for the battle ahead."

In December, Attorney General Tom Corbett charged DeWeese, 59, with theft, conspiracy and conflict of interest for allegedly using state-paid legislative staff for campaign-related tasks.

The charges forced DeWeese to step down as Democratic whip, and he reverted back to a rank-and-file lawmaker for the first time since the 1980s.

DeWeese, who served a term as House Speaker in the early 1990s, has represented the rural 50th district in the rural southwestern corner of the state for three decades.

Contact staff writer Mario F. Cattabiani at 717-787-5990 or mcattabiani@phillynews.com.