By East Central Reporter Reports |
Dec 22, 2023
Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke has been found guilty of racketeering conspiracy by a federal jury. The jury determined that Burke had used his position of power to secure private law business, thus engaging in corrupt practices. This verdict is seen as a blow to the reputation of the Democratic party in Illinois, particularly given Burke's long-standing influence and the extent of his control over the government.Representative Miller, a House Republican, expressed his views on the matter, stating, "As the longest serving Alderman in Chicago, Ed Burke controlled all the...