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Former Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert's official portrait is unveiled in Washington

Former Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert (R-IL) stands alongside his official portrait and an unveiling ceremony on Capitol Hill in Washington on July 28, 2009. (UPI Photo/Kevin Dietsch)

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