Michael Madigan, the longest-serving legislative leader in U.S. history, is set to be sentenced for federal bribery and conspiracy convictions related to a scheme involving favorable legislation for ComEd in exchange for kickbacks. Prosecutors seek a 12 1/2-year prison term, while Madigan’s defense argues for probation, citing his age and caregiving responsibilities for his wife, amid over 200 letters of support highlighting his past contributions.
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Trump attending major energy and AI summit at Pittsburgh’s Carnegie Mellon University
President Trump will attend the Inaugural Pennsylvania Energy and Innovation Summit at Carnegie Mellon University, hosted by Sen. Dave McCormick, who will announce a $90 billion investment aimed at establishing Pennsylvania as a leader in energy and AI. The event will feature key industry leaders and cabinet members, but is also expected to face protests against fossil fuels and AI surveillance. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: President Trump is visiting Pittsburgh to join...
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