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

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.

Both current and former Illinois legislators are applauding last week’s guilty verdict in the corruption case against Michael Madigan. Now there are calls for additional changes in laws in an

The General Assembly Retirement System of Illinois sent the former Illinois Speaker of the House notice by mail, according to the State Retirement Systems. The suspension comes days after Madigan was convicted on 10 felony counts of bribery,

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan was convicted of corruption charges. The conviction has prompted discussions on whether it will deter future political misconduct. Experts suggest the case could lead to new ethics reforms in Illinois.

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Michael Madigan, the former Illinois House Speaker, has been found guilty on charges of bribery, conspiracy, and wire fraud. The jury convicted Madigan on 10 counts but was deadlocked on 12 others and acquitted him and co-defendant Mike McClain on seven counts.