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Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Rep. Ugaste Reacts to Madigan Verdict, Cites ‘Violation of Public Trust’

Springfield, IL – State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) has issued a statement following today’s verdict in former House Speaker Michael J. Madigan’s federal corruption trial. Madigan was found guilty on…


Friday, January 17, 2025
Closing Arguments Expected Next Week in Madigan Corruption Trial

The defense has rested in former speaker Madigan’s corruption trial yesterday. Closing arguments are expected Wednesday. Mike Madigan trial: Defense rests case in trial of former Illinois House speaker; closing…


Thursday, December 5, 2024
Madigan Federal Corruption Trial Update

Yesterday, jurors in the Madigan corruption trial saw evidence of the former Speaker’s influence throughout state government.  Mike Madigan’s influence on Illinois state board appointments explored in federal corruption trial…


Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Jury Selection in Madigan Corruption Trial Begins

The jury selection begins today in the Madigan corruption trial. Here’s what you should know about the case. Michael Madigan once controlled much of Illinois politics. Now the ex-House speaker…