Hastert Endorses Oberweis for Illinois Seat in GOP Primary
Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert backs Republican Jim Oberweis, praising his judgment and conservative stance as Blagojevich schedules a February 5 special primary vote and a March 8 special general election to fill the rest of Hastert's term. The endorsement follows a news conference where Oberweis expressed gratitude.
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Blagojevich fundraiser charged in major tax case
Former campaign finance chairman Christopher G. Kelly faced five counts for false tax filings and corporate tax fraud tied to hidden income of 1.3 million dollars and use of roofing funds to back bookie bets and casino losses. Indictments link Kelly to Blagojevich ally Rezko and other fundraisers amid broader Illinois corruption probes.
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Indictment of Blagojevich fundraiser sparks scrutiny
Experts say the Thursday indictment of Chris Kelly, a top Blagojevich fundraiser, could impact public opinion and the governor, though the charges involve Kelly's personal finances and not official acts. Kelly is a friend and former gambling negotiator for Blagojevich. Blagojevich denies wrongdoing while lawmakers weigh potential testimony in related probes.
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Tollway restaurants linked to Rezko associate face tax debts
Al Chaib owes the state 359639 in unpaid business taxes dating back five years, yet Morpheus LLC runs Subway shops on Illinois Tollway property. Gov Blagojevich aides and tollway officials were asked to review ownership for procurement conflicts while Chaib and counsel did not respond. Senator Terry Link urged tollway reviews of repayment efforts.
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