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| Subject: Illinois Democrat Michael Madigan indicted on federal racketeering, bribery charges Thu Mar 03, 2022 11:40 pm | |
| House Republican Leader Jim Durkin called Michael Madigan's indictment possibly the 'darkest day in Illinois history'
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan was indicted Wednesday on racketeering and bribery charges by a federal grand jury.
Madigan, 79, a Democrat who held the speaker position for nearly 40 years until he resigned last year amid the investigation, is accused of using his position for personal financial gain, according to FOX 32 of Chicago.
The 22-count indictment alleges Madigan and co-defendant Michael McClain ran a criminal enterprise between 2011 and 2019, soliciting bribes and financial awards for him, his associates and his law practice, with McClain carrying out illegal activities at Madigan’s behest.
"Madigan and McClain allegedly caused various businesses, including the utility company Commonwealth Edison, to make monetary payments to Madigan’s associates as a reward for their loyalty to Madigan, at times in return for performing little or no legitimate work for the businesses," The U.S. Justice Department said.
.https://www.foxnews.com/politics/illinois-democrat-michael-madigan-indicted-federal-racketeering-bribery-charges
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