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Jon Seidel

Jon Seidel

Federal Courts Reporter at Chicago Sun-Times

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The case against Mike Madigan, laid out in explosive court documents

The former Illinois house speaker is charged with a racketeering conspiracy and other crimes spanning five alleged schemes. While his trial is expected to begin this week, federal prosecutors have already detailed their case in a series of crucial court filings.
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Mike Madigan among cast of powerful characters ensnared in corrupti...

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.
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Woman whose sexual harassment claims rocked Springfield may be one ...

Alaina Hampton’s testimony will be limited, with the judge telling attorneys to work out an agreement that would avoid getting into the details of her sexual harassment allegations in front of the jury.
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Madigan is accused of running 'campaign of bribery,' but defense sa...

The opening statements kick off the trial of the longest-serving state House speaker in the country, and one of the most powerful politicians in Illinois history. The FBI has pursued Madigan for more than a decade, and the probe forced him from power in 2021.
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Why the Madigan trial matters

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Jurors set to hear first of 200 secret recordings in Madigan corrup...

The start of Madigan’s racketeering conspiracy trial is largely mirroring the ComEd bribery trial, so far. Ex-state Rep. Lou Lang is expected to testify soon, and he was spotted Wednesday down the hall from Madigan’s trial courtroom.
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Madigan jurors hear how allies quietly raised money for aide ousted...

“I’ve tried to put some guys together to kick in a grand each," Michael McClain told lobbyist Will Cousineau in August 2018. “No one else even knows about it. Except for our friend.”
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Madigan did not object to quietly raising money for aide ousted dur...

Prosecutors say that episode is evidence of a criminal enterprise Michael Madigan led for nearly a decade, with Michael McClain acting as his agent.
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Secret recordings give Madigan jurors inside look at patronage, pay...

Prosecutors have begun to firm up one of the key pillars of their case, alleging Michael Madigan accepted bribes from ComEd in exchange for favorable treatment of the utility's bills in Springfield.
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Federal judge rules Illinois assault weapons ban unconstitutional, ...

U.S. District Judge Stephen P. McGlynn put his ruling on hold for 30 days, likely in anticipation of the appeal. The litigation over Illinois’ assault weapons ban is viewed as likely to reach as high as the U.S. Supreme Court.
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Defense hammers star Madigan witness on gun form gaffe, divorce, me...

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan and an ally are on trial for a racketeering conspiracy. Madigan is accused of leading a criminal enterprise designed to enhance his political power and enrich his allies.