In surprising move, former longtime Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan has taken the stand at his own corruption trial.

Hours of secretly recorded videos and phone calls have offered a rare glimpse into how the longest-serving legislative leader in American history operated behind closed doors.

Federal prosecutors are telling a jury that former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan repeatedly exploited his public role for private benefit.

The fourth and final night of the Democratic National Convention is underway, culminating with Vice President Kamala Harris accepting her party’s nomination for president.