Politics & Government

Trial Begins For 4 ComEd Officials Accused Of Trying To Bribe Mike Madigan

Charges range from bribery to falsifying records.

Four ex-ComEd officials are accused of trying to bribe the former Illinois House Speaker for political favors.
Four ex-ComEd officials are accused of trying to bribe the former Illinois House Speaker for political favors. (CBS)

CHICAGO (CBS) — One of the most highly anticipated corruption trials in Illinois history is set to begin Tuesday in Chicago.

Four ex-ComEd officials are accused of trying to bribe former high-powered Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan for political favors.

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