Attorney representing former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan rested on Thursday afternoon, with the trial now one step closer to its conclusion.
Madigan testified in his own defense during the later stages of the trial, which will hear closing arguments next week
Madigan is facing 23 counts of bribery, wire fraud and conspiracy in the trial, which began last year and has gone through several ups and downs as prosecutors and defense attorneys spar over whether Madigan’s conduct was illegal.More than 150 tapes, wiretaps and transcripts were entered into evidence during the trial, with prosecutors aiming to prove that Madigan allegedly trading jobs and favors in exchange for his favorable votes on legislation while he was House Speaker.
Prosecutors accuse Madigan of leading a “criminal enterprise” in an effort to enhance his political power and to enrich friends and supporters.The prosecution relied heavily on phone calls between Madigan and co-defendant Michael McClain, who was the speaker’s close personal confidant in Springfield.
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