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When did Jim Bakker get convicted of fraud and conspiracy?

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  • 1978

  • 1989

  • 1999

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In 1989, televangelist Jim Bakker was convicted of fraud and conspiracy related to the financial dealings of his religious organization, PTL (Praise the Lord). He was found guilty of defrauding investors and misusing funds donated by followers, leading to the collapse of PTL. Bakker's conviction marked a notable scandal in the televangelist community and highlighted concerns about financial mismanagement and ethical lapses within certain religious organizations.
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