Overview

• Federal prosecutors have withdrawn their $3.1 million forfeiture request against Michael Madigan, citing prosecutorial discretion.
• The forfeiture claim was based on payments allegedly controlled by Madigan but routed to his allies and a law firm, not directly to him.
• The decision to drop the forfeiture claim is independent of other charges and proceedings in Madigan's corruption case.
• Madigan was convicted in February 2025 of accepting bribes from ComEd and orchestrating a scheme to benefit his law firm through a state board appointment.
• Sentencing for Madigan remains scheduled for June 13, with prosecutors expected to submit their recommendation by May 30.