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The guilty verdict in the official misconduct case against former Senate President Jason Ellsworth has been thrown out following revelations that jurors were exposed to sealed exhibits concerning communications with a potential key witness. kAm{6H:D 2?5 r... See more
The guilty verdict in the official misconduct case against former Senate President Jason Ellsworth has been thrown out following revelations that jurors were exposed to sealed exhibits concerning communications with a potential key witness. Lewis and Clar... See more
A Helena jury found former state Senate President Jason Ellsworth guilty Tuesday night of misdemeanor criminal official misconduct for awarding $170,000 in no-bid contracts to a company represented by a long-timfe business associate. kAmyFCJ 56=:36C2E:@?D... See more
Sen. Jason Ellsworth, R-Hamilton, stands with his lawyers during his trial on July 16, 2026, at the Lewis and Clark County Courthouse.�� Lauren Miller/Montana Free Press, CatchLight Local/Report for America A Helena jury found former state Senate Presiden... See more
