Edwards acknowledges probe over campaign funds


	Edwards acknowledges probe over campaign funds

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5-3-2009 3:48 PM

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Since announcing the affair, Edwards has remained largely secluded. His wife, Elizabeth, will soon be releasing a book talking about the affair.

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