Judge TS Ellis said he believed the recommended sentence of 19 to 24 years would be 'excessive' for Paul Manafort
for bank fraud, tax fraud and other financial crimes related to the money he earned working for Ukrainian politicians.45 min agoJudge TS Ellis said he believed the recommended sentence of 19 to 24 years would be"excessive" for Paul Manafort.
"I know it is my conduct that brought me here," he said."My life —personally and professionally — is in shambles."Manafort, who spoke from a wheelchair, also thanked Ellis for his fairness."Thank you for a fair trial," Manafort said.Manafort: "The last two years have been the most difficult years for my family and I"
But Judge TS Ellis noted Manafort spent 50 hours with prosecutors. Andres then explained why prosecutors met with Manafort.
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