Ex-Texas congressman Stockman convicted of fraud, conspiracy

A federal jury convicted a former Texas congressman of fraud and conspiracy Thursday for misusing charitable donations to pay for personal and political expenses.

Steve Stockman, a Republican, was accused of conspiring with two staffers to bilk conservative foundations out of at least $775,000. A campaign worker and an aide have pleaded guilty to various charges.

Stockman, 61, could face decades in prison when sentenced in August.