Judge Eli Richardson hands down a term similar to that of former aide Cade Cothren for role in Phoenix Solutions affair

The nine-hour sentencing on Tuesday postponed former House Speaker Glen Casada’s related sentencing in Phoenix Solutions scandal

Jury deliberated four days before convicting duo of honest services wire fraud; both defendants plan to appeal

U.S. makes a straightforward case that the duo defrauded the government through mailing company

Former Rep. Robin Smith said she faked a fight on the House floor with the former speaker to deceive Cameron Sexton

Former aide Cade Cothren was identified as the fictional ‘Matthew Phoenix’ at the center of the consulting scheme

Federal prosecutors offered Casada a plea bargain, which he rejected

Cade Cothren, confidential informants and the ongoing scandal surrounding ousted state House Speaker Glen Casada

Glen Casada's former chief-of-staff is facing kickback charges — and it's highlighting just how messy GOP leadership is