"Indictments and Outrage: FirstEnergy Bribery Scandal Unfolds"

Former FirstEnergy executives, including the ex-CEO and VP, pleaded not guilty to charges related to an alleged bribery scheme to influence Ohio's regulatory structure. The scandal involved a $4.3 million bribe to a former chairman of the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio. Customers are furious as they continue to pay increased bills, with little restitution, and are calling for transparency and accountability from the utility company. The scandal has led to federal and state indictments, but efforts to repeal the corrupt legislation and implement ethics laws have faced challenges.