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Madigan defense begins closing arguments in corruption trial
Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan's defense team began their final presentation to the jury just after lunch Friday, following a 12-hour closing argument delivered by the government over two and a half days.
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Closing arguments continue slowly in Madigan corruption trial
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Madigan finishes testimony after tough prosecutor questioning in trial
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