Madigan, 82, and McClain, faced a 23-count indictment in federal court in Chicago on charges of racketeering conspiracy, bribery, wire fraud, and attempted extortion. They were ca

Lawmakers convicted of felonies tied to their government jobs, like ex-House Speaker Michael Madigan, are banned from receiving legislative pensions.

The Illinois Democrat once lauded as the longest-serving legislative leader in U.S. history has been found guilty of some charges in a mixed verdict at his federal corruption trial in Chicago.