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Ex-Blago attorney: Quid pro quo is key to Madigan appeal

Silence DoGood - April 9, 2026

Schwartz asked the court to affirm Madigan’s conviction and said the former speaker corrupted state government at the highest level. #madigan #appeal #centersquare

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Illinois Man Gets 10 Years for Orchestrating $14M Pandemic Loan Fraud Scheme

Silence DoGood - March 23, 2026

In addition to the prison sentence, Judge Pacold ordered Shreiteh to forfeit $741,000 and pay $14 million in restitution to the federal government. #fraud #illinois #federal

Chicago

Filings delayed in convicted ex-Illinois House speaker’s appeal

Silence DoGood - December 28, 2025

Madigan filed a notice of appeal on July 23. On Nov. 3, the ex-speaker’s attorneys filed a brief arguing that he is entitled to acquittal on all counts of his conviction. #appeal #michaelmadigan

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