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Dennis Hastert Dies at 84
Former U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert dies at 84 after scandal.
In brief
Former U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert dies at 84 after scandal. Disgraced former U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert died at age 84. Originally reported by Today.
Dennis Hastert
Disgraced former U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert dies at 84.
Former House Speaker
Dennis Hastert served as U.S. House Speaker from 1999 to 2001.
Scandal
Hastert was disgraced after a sexual abuse scandal involving his students.
Death
Hastert died at age 84 on October 5, 2026.
Legacy
His scandal led to reforms in congressional ethics and accountability.
What to remember
Disgraced former U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert died at age 84.
