Rep. Schmidt Issues Statement on Madigan Guilty Verdict
Springfield, IL… State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) issued the following statement after the Mike Madigan verdict was announced:
“Former Speaker Michael Madigan has plagued Illinois with his organized corruption and today’s guilty verdict speaks to all citizens that bad behavior by politicians will have consequences,” said Rep. Schmidt. “Republicans continue to call for ethics reform, truth, and transparency from state government. The culture of corruption in Illinois has had a negative impact on the General Assembly and the people who are served by elected officials. This verdict is a good start, but we have a lot of work to do to make sure that we move past the ‘Madigan Way’ in the General Assembly.
Mike Madigan was found guilty on 10 counts of bribery, conspiracy, and wire fraud.House Republicans continue to urge the General Assembly to take swift action on ethics reform.
For more information, please contact Rep. Schmidt’s office at (618)-215-1050, or his website, repschmidt.com
Representative Kevin Schmidt represents the 114th District, which includes a portion of St. Clair County.
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