#BREAKING Former Chicago Ald. Edward M. Burke has been convicted of racketeering. He was the longest-serving City Council member in Chicago history: chicago.suntimes.com/2023/12/21/240…
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Burke is looking forward as the verdict continues to be read. He just brought his right hand upon his left hand, and is holding his chin up on both.
The jury has so far found that Burke committed SEVERAL racketeering acts, involving the Old Post Office and the Burger King in the 14th Ward.
Jurors also found that he committed racketeering acts involving the Binny's Beverage Depot and the Field Museum.
Judge Kendall just finished with the racketeering count. Burke is also guilty of bribery.