Illinois' famously reclusive Michael J. Madigan to take the stand in his own defense
Madigan is accused of leading a criminal enterprise designed to enhance his political power and enrich himself and his allies ...
Democrat elected speaker of tied Pennsylvania House after GOP candidate bows out
Pennsylvania lawmakers on Tuesday returned Democratic Speaker Joanna McClinton to lead the chamber for the new session after ...
Philadelphia’s Joanna McClinton reelected as speaker, despite a 101-101 tie in the Pa. House
What could have been a dramatic and drawn-out process, McClinton was reelected with ease — without requiring GOP members to ...
WATCH: Madigan may testify at his corruption trial
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan may testify at his own public corruption trial. Lawyers conferred Tuesday ...
Will Michael Madigan speak? Time for reclusive speaker to decide whether to testify
The decision rests with Madigan, who might see it as his best move against an aggressive FBI investigation that has led to ...
Mike Johnson sees Laken Riley Act as test for Democrats
The House speaker believes the Laken Riley Act will be a test of Democrats' "identity" after the 2024 election found most voters view the border as a top issue.
Following a dramatic speaker vote, it's time for Democrats to go on the offense
Democrats must get out there with an aggressive strategy and show the American people why they can and should be put into ...
Mike Johnson Gives Update on Plans for Social Security
Without any changes to the program, the fund is set to run out of money for full payments by as early as 2035.
Madigan doesn’t want prosecutors to ask partner about law firm profits
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan doesn't want prosecutors to ask his long-time law partner about the profits ...
Ex-Speaker Madigan makes stunning decision to testify in his own defense at landmark corruption trial
In a stunning and risky move, ex-House Speaker Michael Madigan is planning to take the stand in his own public corruption ...
Speaker Johnson: ‘Intention’ is to increase debt limit in massive Trump agenda bill
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said that congressional Republicans plan to increase the nation’s borrowing limit as a part of a ...
Michael Madigan to testify in ongoing corruption trial, attorneys say
In a surprising move, former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan will testify Tuesday in his ongoing corruption trial, defense attorneys announced.