Madigan, 82, of Chicago, who served for decades as speaker of the Illinois House and the head of the state Democratic Party, faces racketeering charges.
 

ComEd’s former top lawyer takes stand in Madigan corruption trial after state Rep. Bob Rita’s testimony derailed

Thomas O’Neill's testimony so far has reinforced what jurors have already heard from prior witnesses: The 2011 “Smart Grid” bill was crucial to ComEd’s financial wellbeing and future stability, and Madigan was crucial to any legislation’s success.

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