Illinois Commerce Commission Chief Carrie Zalewski said her stepping down is not due to the ComEd trial involving ex-Chicago Alderman Mike Zalewski.
Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan asked a federal judge to dismiss part of the racketeering indictment against him.Illinois Commerce Commission Chairman Carrie Zalewski plans to step down just shy of the end of her five-year appointed term, a decision she announced just days before the ComEd federal bribery trial begins.
to benefit ComEd - and she doesn't believe she'll be called as a witness in the trial, which begins next week.When asked if she has been questioned or subpoenaed by federal authorities, Carrie Zalewski declined to comment.an ongoing investigation," Carrie Zalewski said. She answered the same when asked about any role of her husband, former state Rep. Mike Zalewski, in the investigation.
Her husband lost his 21st District House seat last year after serving seven terms. According to two sources, he plans to register as a lobbyist - but is awaiting his wife's resignation to avoid any conflicts-of-interest. Along with McClain and Pramaggiore, those on trial include former ComEd lobbyist John Hooker and former City Club President Jay Doherty. The four are accused of a scheme to gain Madigan's support for legislation benefiting the utility by landing the speaker's associates jobs, contracts and money."He picked me and has given me his nonstop support the whole way. I'm so appreciative of his continued support," she said. "This is my decision and my decision alone.
WBEZ in 2020 reported that Carrie Zalewski was on a "Madigan clout list" - with Pritzker having hired 35 people recommended by the now indicted former speaker. The governor's office on Thursday called Carrie Zalewski "a highly qualified attorney and state regulator who is accomplished and well-respected in her field."
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