Trey Radel Sentenced to a Year of Probation

U.S. Rep. Trey Radel, R-Fla., pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of cocaine possession in court on Wednesday. He was sentenced to one year of probation.

"I've hit a bottom where I realize I need help," Radel told District of Columbia Superior Court Judge Robert Tignor.

News of Radel's arrest hit yesterday afternoon, and Radel said he struggles with alcoholism and will seek treatment and counseling.

I'm profoundly sorry to let down my family, particularly my wife and son, and the people of Southwest Florida," said Radel. "I struggle with the disease of alcoholism, and this led to an extremely irresponsible choice. As the father of a young son and a husband to a loving wife, I need to get help so I can be a better man for both of them.