Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan's testimony in his ongoing corruption trial sheds light on his relationships with key figures and his denials of wrongdoing.
Explosive testimony rocked the courtroom Wednesday as former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan returned to the stand for a second day. Madigan, taking the stand in his own defense, faced questions from his attorney and the lawyer for his co-defendant, longtime confidant Mike McClain. Madigan’s testimony focused on his relationship with former Chicago Alderman Danny Solis, a key government witness who cooperated with prosecutors by wearing a wire.
Prosecutors allege Solis acted as a middleman, securing business for Madigan’s tax appeal law firm in exchange for official government actions. Regarding a West Loop development project, Solis was recorded telling Madigan that the developer 'understands how this works' — referencing an alleged quid pro quo. Madigan testified that he was surprised and concerned by the statement. He said he later met with Solis face-to-face and told him he would not be involved in any quid pro quo arrangement. Madigan also testified that he had planned to recommend Solis for a position on a state government board. However, he said he changed his mind after learning through media reports that Solis was in legal trouble. Later in the day, Madigan was questioned by McClain’s attorney. McClain, a lobbyist for Commonwealth Edison (ComEd) and a close advisor to Madigan, is accused of acting as a political fixer. At the center of the case are allegations that ComEd bribed Madigan through McClain by arranging no-work jobs for Madigan’s allies in exchange for favorable legislation benefiting the utility giant. 'Did you ever agree to exchange for some jobs at com ed official action you would take to help com ed legislation,' McClain's lawyer asked. 'The answer is no,' responded Madigan. 'Did you ever actually take any official action to benefit a piece of ComEd supported legislation because of any job that ComEd may have given to somebody you referred to Mike McClain? ' McClain's lawyer asked. 'No,' responded Madigan
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