The so called ''kid'' was 18 not 16 at the time of the IM'S. It was a prank on Foley, that the page drew him into so he could laugh about it with his buddies. The kid has hired a high priced lawyer.
The LA Times has called for Hastert's resignation. Since their publisher was just fired for insuborodination and their newsroom is in open revolt against the Tribune owners, I find this very amusing.