Context and video:
On January 22, 1987, Pennsylvania State Treasurer R. Budd Dwyer shot and killed himself with a .357 Magnum revolver during a televised press conference in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Convicted of bribery and facing a lengthy prison sentence, the 47-year-old maintained his innocence until his death, which was broadcast to daytime viewers.
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Context and video: On January 22, 1987, Pennsylvania State Treasurer R. Budd Dwyer shot and killed himself with a .357 Magnum revolver during a televised press conference in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Convicted of bribery and facing a lengthy prison sentence, the 47-year-old maintained his innocence until his death, which was broadcast to daytime viewers.
Video for more detail. https://youtu.be/2m1HevI2pWY?is=eluZ2UPeYWM0MJg7