Opening arguments in the perjury trial of Democratic insider Tim Mapes are finally set to begin Wednesday, when prosecutors are expected to outline allegations that he lied to a grand jury to protect his former boss, ex-House Speaker Michael Madigan.
Tim Mapes, second from right, former chief of staff to Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, arrives at the Dirksen U.S. Courthouse in Chicago on Aug. 7, 2023, for the first day of his federal perjury trial.
Jurors were chosen Tuesday afternoon after a longer-than-expected selection process. U.S. District Judge John Kness originally had expressed hopes that attorneys could present their opening remarks as early as Monday.In all, 56 prospective jurors were interviewed before the final 12 were chosen along with three alternates. The trial is expected to last up to three weeks.
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