Questioning of juror panel continues in Madigan corruption trial as both sides seek to weed out bias
Another long day of questioning potential jurors was underway Thursday in the corruption trial of ex-Speaker Michael Madigan and his longtime friend, Michael McClain. A pool of more than 150 potential jurors from all over northern Illinois was called into the Dirksen U.
Lawyers make their way through up to 180 prospective jurors in Mike Madigan corruption trial
Madigan sat at the defense table taking notes as attorneys began the process of interviewing up to 180 prospective jurors. Three jurors, including two men and one woman, have been selected so far.
Jury selection begins for trial of former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan
Attorneys are paying close attention to details in what some say could be the largest political corruption case in Illinois history.
Woman who reported sex harassment in Madigan camp to testify at ex-speaker’s racketeering trial
Potential jurors in the trial of ex-House speaker Michael Madigan have begun to fill out questionnaires, the first step in selecting a panel to determine Madigan’s fate.
Jury selection begins next week in corruption trial of former Speaker Madigan
Jury selection will begin next week in the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, whose half-century career and status as Illinois' most powerful politician ended nearly four years ago as the feds circled ever-closer to his inner circle.
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Mike Madigan trial LIVE updates: Lawyers make their way through up to 180 prospective jurors
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan sat at the defense table listening intently and taking notes, as attorneys began the lengthy process of interviewing up to 180 prospective jurors. It is a process riddled with challenges, taking into account the nearly four decades Madigan spent at the top of Illinois government.
Three jurors selected so far to hear evidence in Madigan corruption trial
After a long day of questioning, the first three jurors were chosen Wednesday to hear evidence in the trial of Michael Madigan, the former Illinois House speaker now facing sweeping charges of corruption and bribery.
Jury selection begins for Mike Madigan trial
Attorneys are paying close attention to details in what some say could be the largest political corruption case in Illinois history. Sabrina Franza reports.
Michael Madigan trial: Prospective jurors questioned on political opinions
Jury selection is underway for the corruption trial of Michael Madigan, with prospective jurors being questioned about their history in Chicago, associations and political opinions.
Mike Madigan in court: Jury selection underway for former House Speaker's trial
Prospective jurors were asked about their history in Chicago, their associations and their political opinions.
3 jurors selected in shortened day 2 of Madigan trial
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Jury selection continues in Madigan trial
Former Illinois Speaker of the House Michael Madigan is on trial for a multimillion-dollar racketeering and bribery scheme ...
Madigan jury selection continues, opening arguments not expected until Wednesday
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Statewide: Michael Madigan heads to trial
The former Illinois House Speaker was once a powerful force in politics and government. Now, his legacy is at stake.
Michael Madigan meets a few of the people who could decide his fate — just 3 jurors chosen
The ex-speaker also crossed paths with his onetime friend, Michael McClain. The relationship between the pair has been examined in multiple corruption trials in Chicago. Now they’re finally on trial ...
Laura Washington: Could the fall of Michael Madigan be decisive for Illinois corruption?
Many political insiders thought Michael Madigan would reign forever. He seemed to possess the magic stay-out-of-jail-free ...