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Doctor Accused Of Molesting U.S. Gymnasts To Plead Guilty To Other Charges

The former Olympic team doctor's deal to admit guilt on three counts of child pornography may mean he won't face abuse charges. He could get up to 20 years in prison on each pornography count.

A plea deal could mean a doctor at the heart of a sexual abuse scandal involving more than 100 girls and women, including top American gymnasts, won't face federal criminal charges in those cases.

Dr. Larry Nassar, a former team doctor for USA Gymnastics, signed the agreement June

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