Madigan Wants 'Far-Flung' Charges Out Of Corruption Case

By Celeste Bott (March 1, 2023, 9:15 PM EST) -- Embattled former Illinois House speaker Michael Madigan wants a federal judge to throw out criminal racketeering and other corruption charges alleging he used his powerful political position and Chicago law firm to solicit and receive benefits for himself and his allies, arguing it's not a crime to make job recommendations or curry favor with public officials....

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