Original sentence: However, the story, picked up by several news outlets, , , , , , is still unconfirmed, and has taken on a strongly controversial nature.In October 2006, it was rumored by blogger Mike Rogers  that Larry Craig had led a double life with extra-marital gay affairs.Rogers reports he personally interviewed four anonymous sources for the story, verifying the accuracy of their claims they each had extended sexual relationships with Craig
Edited sentence: In October 2006, it was rumored by blogger Mike Rogers  that Larry Craig has led a double life with extra-marital gay affairs.The story was controversial , but was picked up by several news outlets , , , , ,