Federal judge denies Michael Madigan stay; former Illinois Speaker faces 7 ½-year prison sentence.

A federal judge has denied Michael Madigan, the former Illinois House Speaker, a stay of his 7 ½-year prison sentence while he appeals his corruption convictions. Madigan is set to report to prison on October 13, though his exact facility has not been determined. His legal team, which includes Supreme Court experienced attorneys, argues against the definition of "bribery" used in his conviction.