Mercy for McDonnell until next hearing

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Bob McDonnell has finally gotten some  mercy.  On Monday, a federal court ruled the former Virginia Governor can remain out on bond until his appeals hearing.

McDonnell, who was convicted several public corruption charges and sentenced to 2 years in prison.

McDonnell's prison term was set to begin Feb. 9 after a jury found he and his wife, Maureen, guilty of illegally accepting more than $165,000 in gifts and loans in exchange for  favors from wealthy businessman Jonnie Williams.

The next appeals hearing is set to begin in May of 2015.

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