Former TN House Speaker Glen Casada and ex-staff Cade Cothren face trial for alleged bribery and misuse of taxpayer funds.

Former Tennessee House Speaker Glen Casada and his ex-chief of staff, Cade Cothren, are facing a federal trial for allegedly running a political mailing group with taxpayer funds without disclosing Cothren's involvement. They are accused of bribery, kickbacks, and money laundering, facing up to 20 years in prison if convicted. The trial comes three years after they were charged and six years after they resigned due to a prior scandal. Witnesses, including lawmakers, will testify on both sides.