Former ComEd CEO and Lobbyist Released After Appeals Court Ruling
Former ComEd CEO Anne Pramaggiore and lobbyist Michael McClain have been released from federal prison following an appeals court decision to reverse their convictions in the 'ComEd Four' conspiracy case. The court ordered their immediate release, citing issues with the original conviction related to influencing then-House Speaker Michael Madigan. Pramaggiore and McClain were previously sentenced to two years in prison for their roles in the scheme, which involved funneling payments to subcontractors to influence Madigan. The appeals court has yet to issue a formal opinion, and the U.S. attorney's office must decide whether to retry the case, negotiate a deal, or drop the charges. 
