Former Chicago Ald. Daniel Solis, after working undercover for more than two years as an FBI mole, testified in the corruption trial of ex-House Speaker Michael Madigan. Solis, a key prosecution witness, recorded conversations implicating Madigan in schemes to benefit his law firm. Despite his own illegal acts, Solis received an unprecedented deferred prosecution deal and will have charges dropped next year, sparking controversy over leniency.
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Newsom touts his economic plans in California’s conservative regions
Gov. Gavin Newsom visited the Central Valley to promote his upcoming jobs plan, acknowledging that some regions feel left out of California's economic success. The governor emphasized the importance of blue-collar jobs and apprenticeship programs in addressing economic disparities, particularly in areas that supported Donald Trump. Newsom, who is considering a presidential run, is focusing on economic issues and reaching out to all voters, including those in red counties, to address concerns about the state's...
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