In a move that could potentially upend a high-profile corruption case, former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is seeking a rare review from the US Supreme Court. Madigan, who served as the longest-serving legislative leader in American history, was handed a seven-year prison sentence for allegedly using his powerful position to enrich himself and his associates. At the heart of Madigan's appeal lies a claim that the jury that convicted him was given improper instructions, potentially tainting the outcome of the trial. The request marks a new chapter in the long-running saga surrounding Madigan's corruption conviction, which has sent shockwaves through Illinois politics.
Ex-Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan (D) is asking the Supreme Court to review his corruption conviction. The longest-serving legislative leader in U.S. history was sentenced to more than seven years in prison for using his position to financially reward himself and political associates. In his petition docketed on Wednesday, Madigan said the jury was given improper...
