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Prosecutors recommend 12.5 years for former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan

Name: Prosecutors recommend 12.5 years for former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan
Uploaded: 2025-05-30T22:10:00-0500
Duration: 2 min 51 s
Description: Federal prosecutors are seeking a steep 12 ½-year prison term and $1.5 million fine for former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, who was convicted earlier this year of bribery, conspiracy, and fraud charges.

Federal prosecutors are seeking a steep 12 ½-year prison term and $1.5 million fine for former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, who was convicted earlier this year of bribery, conspiracy, and fraud charges.