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Blagojevich trial delay could hamper Rahm Emanuel's run for Chicago mayor

There are already signs that former governor Rod Blagojevich's corruption trial will play a role in the Chicago mayor's race. Rahm Emanuel's opponents in the race say he needs to divulge more about his dealings with Blagojevich.
Rod Blagojevich broke, so taxpayers would pay for defense in retrial

The defense team for Rod Blagojevich is trying to rouse public anger at the prospect of taxpayer money being used in a retrial. But the cost probably wouldn’t be considerable for the state.
Rod Blagojevich retrial: Can prosecutors succeed with a simpler case?

Rod Blagojevich retrial will likely be a condensed version of the original case and focus on charges related to allegations that he attempted to sell President Obama's Senate seat.
Blagojevich case goes to jury for deliberations

Blagojevich appeared in court Tuesday with his wife and children as lawyers for both sides made their closing arguments. Now, the jury gets to decide his fate.
Rod Blagojevich 'silly,' but not a criminal, defense says

The defense lawyer for former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich waved his arms, shouted, and worked up a sweat in a rowdy closing argument Tuesday. Jury deliberations begin Wednesday.
Rod Blagojevich judge: Will step in if lawyer goes too far

Rod Blagojevich's corruption trial judge is warning the ousted Illinois governor's attorney to avoid mentioning witnesses the government didn't call.
No smoking gun in Blagojevich trial. Will it matter for prosecution?

The prosecution made its closing arguments Monday in the trial of former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich. Closing arguments for the defense are Tuesday.
Will Rod Blagojevich trial be a circus? The ex-governor hopes so

Jury selection begins Thursday in the Rod Blagojevich trial on corruption charges. The former Illinois governor's best defense will be his well-honed reputation as a loose cannon.