Process to select jury in former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's trial begins Tuesday

The jury selection process starts Tuesday in the trial of longtime former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan.

Madigan had been indicted on federal racketeering and bribery charges as a part of what federal prosecutors call "the Madigan enterprise," where they say he allegedly committed crimes for his personal gain and his political allies.Charged along with Madigan is former ComEd lobbyist Michael McClain.

According to the indictment, his job was to conceal and hide the illegal operation of the enterprise shielding Madigan from the criminal activity.

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