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flag Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's corruption trial focuses on a Chinatown parking lot deal.

flag The corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan centers on a 2.5-acre parking lot in Chicago's Chinatown, coveted by developers for a hotel. flag The dispute involved Chicago Alderman Daniel Solis, state Senator Martin Sandoval, and Michael McClain, a friend of Madigan. flag Prosecutors claim Madigan agreed to help Solis transfer the lot to the city in exchange for introductions to developers for his private tax firm. flag Lobbyist Nancy Kimme testified about the political maneuvering and infighting among politicians, highlighting the complex power struggles.

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