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There's a saying in Washington, 'if you want a friend, get a dog.' But Tom's been a good friend over the years.

Dennis Hastert, former U.S. House Speaker — testifying in court on Tom DeLay's behalf, saying that he was a trustworthy friend. DeLay, however, ended up receiving a three-year prison sentence for political money-laundering convictions.

Dennis Hastert, former U.S. House Speaker — testifying in court on Tom DeLay's behalf, saying that he was a trustworthy friend. DeLay, however, ended up receiving a three-year prison sentence for political money-laundering convictions.

Andy Kim is a former GOVERNING staff writer.