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The Center Square

The Center Square

Madigan seeks to limit evidence from prosecutors in corruption trial

The Center Square
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Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan faces 23 counts of racketeering, bribery, official misconduct.

Madigan 's defense team said he would not be able to get a fair trial if prosecutors presented all the evidence they wanted to show a jury.

He and convicted former lawmaker and lobbyist Michael McClain are set to go to trial in October .

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English

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