Hastert not retiring early?

His aides are still saying former House Speaker Dennis Hastert will reign soon, but the Plano Republican is not confirming their version of the events.

From AP:

In Washington, however, Hastert told an NBC reporter the stories are mere "rumor" and that he still has a lot of work to do for Illinois.

Asked if he plans to resign before his term ends, he said, "not at this time."

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