Illinois Supreme Court Inaction Leaves Ex-Ald. Ed Burke with Law License
Despite a conviction for corruption, former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke retains his law license after the Illinois Supreme Court fails to act due to justices' recusals.
- Ex-Ald. Ed Burke, convicted of corruption, keeps his law license as Illinois Supreme Court justices recuse themselves, preventing a decision on suspension.
- The court's inability to reach a quorum highlights long-standing conflicts within the judiciary, according to Appellate Court Judge Jesse Reyes.
- Reyes, running for a seat on the high court, criticizes the inaction and challenges his opponent to disclose her stance on the matter.
- The Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission had petitioned for Burke's license suspension following his conviction, but the court's paralysis allowed him to retain it.
- Burke's enduring influence over the judicial appointment process in Illinois is scrutinized as his case exposes systemic issues.
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