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    Felicity Huffman, In Tears, Pleads Guilty In College Bribery Scandal

    Huffman is hoping her guilty plea, and her unequivocal apology, will earn her some leniency at sentencing. In a statement last month, she expressed deep regret and shame for her actions.
    by Tovia Smith May 13, 2019 2 minutes

    Actress Felicity Huffman, known for her role in Desperate Housewives, broke down in tears in federal court in Boston today, as she pleaded guilty to a scheme to boost her daughter's SAT scores.

    Huffman is one of dozens charged in a sweeping conspiracy and bribery case involving wealthy parents, corrupt college coaches, test proctors and college consultants.

    Huffman looked straight ahead, ignoring the phalanx of reporters and

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