Overview

• Michael Madigan was convicted in February on 10 federal counts including bribery, conspiracy and wire fraud for schemes involving utility company ComEd and former Ald. Danny Solis
• Prosecutors have recommended a 12.5-year prison term along with a $1.5 million fine at sentencing before Judge John Blakey
• Approximately 200 letters of support were submitted on Madigan’s behalf, featuring one from his daughter Lisa Madigan and a video message from his wife
• Prosecutors alleged that Madigan committed perjury during his trial by offering testimony that contradicted other witnesses
• Sentencing is seen as a test case for Illinois corruption enforcement after more than 2,200 public officials have faced federal charges since 1976