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September 30th, 2008
Posted: 04:40 PM ET
From CNN’s Paul Courson WASHINGTON (CNN) — The man who bankrolled most of the “free benefits” that Alaska Sen. Ted Stevens is on trial for allegedly trying to hide took the stand Tuesday, acknowledging his close friendship with the lawmaker even while serving as the government’s star witness against him. Wearing a gray sport coat, Bill Allen did not look toward the defense table as he took the stand. Asked whether he knew Stevens, he said, “Yes, he’s right over there,” pointing to the expressionless senator. During his testimony, Allen acknowledged trading Stevens a new Land Rover vehicle he had paid about $44,000 for in exchange for Stevens’ 1964 1/2 Mustang plus $5,000. Asked if he thought it was a fair trade, Allen said, “not really,” but testified he entered into the agreement “because I liked Ted. |
 
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