https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sentence-caps-politician-s-catastrophic-descent-into-disgraceContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sentence-caps-politician-s-catastrophic-descent-into-disgracehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sentence-caps-politician-s-catastrophic-descent-into-disgrace#u139732Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:21:54 +0000Former Democratic Unionist Party leader Jeffrey Donaldson has been sentenced to 15 years in prison following his conviction for historical child sex offences. Judge Paul Ramsey delivered the sentence at Newry Crown Court, noting the 63-year-old politician showed no regret, apology, or shame. Donaldson will serve half of his sentence. The case stems from convictions in June for 18 historical sexual offences against two victims when they were children. Political figures in Ireland have expressed hope that the conclusion of the legal proceedings brings closure to the victims.Why it mattersThe sen