Illinois lawmakers call for House speaker to resign

In light of utility company ComEd’s admissions about a broad scheme to advance its initiatives in Springfield by allegedly trading favors with House Speaker Michael Madigan, a growing chorus of lawmakers are demanding the Chicago Democrat’s resignation.

Madigan has yet to face any charges formally. However, U.S. Attorney John Lausch Jr. released details of a criminal complaint against ComEd Friday that describes how the utility company engaged Madigan’s allies in a vast quid pro quo that ensured legislation that ComEd favored would pass in Springfield. In a Friday statement, Madigan denied any wrongdoing.