Michael Madigan corruption trial nears conclusion after months …
4 days ago · The 23-count federal indictment charges both men with racketeering, conspiracy, bribery and wire fraud, with Madigan facing an additional charge of extortion.
‘The Corrupt Way Was the Way It Was’: Government Ends Closing …
2 days ago · MacArthur argued that Madigan in that testimony was attempting to portray McClain as a “sometimes person,” when in reality, he was the speaker’s “always person” — particularly …
Madigan's attorney makes his case to the jury: 'The government …
2 days ago · Prosecutors say the utility in 2017 paid $22,500 to ex-state Rep. Edward “Eddie” Acevedo, a Madigan ally, so Madigan would look favorably at the utility’s legislation.
Michael Madigan trial live updates: Closing arguments continue in ...
4 days ago · Madigan had been indicted on federal racketeering and bribery charges as a part of what federal prosecutors call "the Madigan enterprise," where they say he allegedly committed …
Michael Madigan trial: Closing arguments begin - Chicago Tribune
4 days ago · Ex-House speaker Michael Madigan, formerly the most powerful man in Illinois politics, “conspired to enhance and preserve (his) power and line his pockets” for years, …
In closing arguments, prosecutor alleges Madigan was driven by …
3 days ago · The prosecutor pointed to the fact that in the last wiretapped call on May 16, 2018, Madigan asked McClain if Doherty would be reaching out to Zalewski so he could tell the …
Closing arguments begin in historic racketeering trial: ‘Madigan …
3 days ago · Schwartz said Michael McClain was Madigan’s “right-hand man” who helped Madigan’s other “cronies” pocket $1.3 million from ComEd through “sham” contracts.
Michael Madigan once controlled much of ... - Associated Press News
Oct 6, 2024 · Madigan, speaker for more than three decades, is charged in a 23-count indictment with racketeering conspiracy, using interstate facilities in aid of bribery, wire fraud and …
Federal prosecutors rest their case against Illinois' once-powerful ...
Dec 18, 2024 · Federal prosecutors rested their case Wednesday against former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan, the once-powerful Southwest Side Democrat whose reign in …
Afternoon Briefing: Defense in Madigan trial tells jurors of ‘Mike’s ...
2 days ago · To reinforce the regular-guy image, Collins on Friday repeatedly referred to his client not as the speaker, not as Mr. Madigan, but as “Mike.” ... And remember, for the latest …