Former ComEd VP Fidel Marquez testifies in Michael Madigan's corruption trial, revealing bribery.

Fidel Marquez, a former ComEd vice president and key witness in the corruption trial of ex-Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, began testifying on Tuesday. Marquez's cooperation with federal investigators revealed alleged quid pro quo arrangements between Madigan, his associate Michael McClain, and ComEd. Marquez, who pleaded guilty to bribery conspiracy in 2020, is expected to provide crucial evidence over several days, while both Madigan and McClain plead not guilty.

November 05, 2024
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