Illinois Senate Republican Leader John Curran (R-Downers Grove) released the following statement in response to former Executive Director of the Illinois Democratic Party and former House Democratic Chief of Staff Tim Mapes’ conviction on charges of perjury and obstruction of justice for lying to a grand jury.
“Today’s conviction of the longtime Executive Director of the Illinois Democratic Party and House Democratic Chief of Staff delivers another clear message to the General Assembly that reform is needed. We must do more to empower local law enforcement officials with the same investigative tools that Federal Authorities possess, including wiretapping and grand jury authority. The Senate Republicans will continue to work for these reforms and others to help root out corruption and restore the trust and confidence of all Illinois citizens.”
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