Mike Madigan among cast of powerful characters ensnared in corruption cases playing out in Chicago
Most of them were convicted, some went to prison. But all were caught up in the FBI's decade-long pursuit of Illinois' former House speaker. Here's a look at the individuals and businesses caught in the crossfire ahead of Madigan's trial.
Mike Madigan, once Illinois' most influential powerbroker, now faces federal corruption trial
The former Illinois house speaker quietly wielded power in Springfield for decades while developing a reputation as a reclusive political wizard, well-schooled in the playbook of the late Chicago Mayor Richard J.
Michael Madigan Once Controlled Much of Illinois Politics. Now the Ex-House Speaker Heads to Trial
The former Illinois House Speaker once lauded as the longest-serving legislative leader in American history will enter a federal courtroom this week on charges he used his vast influence to run a “cri
Jury selection set to begin in corruption trial of former Illinois Speaker Madigan
A half-century career and status as Illinois’ most powerful politician ended nearly four years ago with a 24-count charge of bribery and racketeering.
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan heads to trial this week
The 82-year-old is charged in a multimillion-dollar racketeering and bribery scheme that included the state’s largest utility, ComEd.
Mike Madigan, once state's most influential powerbroker, faces corruption trial
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan will face a federal racketeering conspiracy beginning this week.
Breaking down the charges in the Michael Madigan indictment
Officially it’s known as Case No. 22-cr-115, the United States v. Michael Madigan and Michael McClain. Unofficially, it’s one ...
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‘Velvet Hammer’ Michael Madigan facing judge's gavel
Madigan’s final legacy will be on the line this week in one of the most anticipated public corruption trials in Illinois ...
As Madigan corruption trial kicks off, focus will be on those three taboo words: quid pro quo
Key issue in Madigan’s highly anticipated racketeering trial: did he know ahead of time that private benefits for himself or ...
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan loses bid to dismiss bribery charges ahead of trial
CHICAGO (CBS) -- A federal judge has rejected former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's motion to dismiss most of the ...
After storied time as the ‘Velvet Hammer,’ Michael Madigan to face a jury
It was Jan. 12, 1983, and the newly installed Democratic Speaker Michael J. Madigan stood on the Illinois House podium, ...
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Madigan judge refuses to toss counts after Supreme Court ruling limited bribery law
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan walks with attorneys Wednesday into the Dirksen Federal Courthouse, Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. Patricia Nabong/Sun-Times Share Nine months ago ...