"The jury report they have reached an impasse and cannot reach a unanimous verdict. For the reasons stated on the record, the court declares a mistrial," US District Judge Robert Gettleman wrote.
"AT&T admitted that in 2017 it arranged for an ally of Madigan to indirectly receive $22,500 in payments from the company," the Justice Department said in October 2022.
"The government indicates that for a bribe there only needs to be 'intent' and no exchange. Is this consistent with the law?" This question seemed to hit at the heart of the case.
"Any retrial would almost certainly take place after Madigan himself goes on trial beginning early next month," the Chicago Tribune wrote.
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