Appeals Court Upholds Michael Madigan Verdict; House Speaker Will Remain in Prison on Corruption Convictions

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Original Load Date April 27, 2026, 5:01 p.m.
Last Updated April 27, 2026, 5:01 p.m.
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A federal appeals court has upheld Michael Madigan’s landmark corruption convictions, meaning the former Illinois House speaker will remain in prison to serve out the remainder of his sentence. The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals on Monday said it has upheld Madigan’s convictions on charges of bri...