Michael Madigan, Longest-Serving US Legislative Leader, Sentenced to 7.5 Years in Corruption Case

Former Illinois Speaker Madigan Sentenced in Corruption Case

Michael Madigan, who served as the Illinois House Speaker for an unprecedented amount of time, has been sentenced to 7 1/2 years in federal prison. This follows his conviction on charges related to a multimillion-dollar racketeering and bribery scheme.

Details of the Case

The trial, held in Chicago, uncovered a complex network of corruption. Madigan's long tenure and influence in Illinois politics were central to the case. The sentence marks a significant moment in Illinois' political history.